- The column calculations
are based on Euler buckling.
- Two elevation views (i.e., strong-axis buckling and weak-axis
buckling) along with the corresponding cross-section views are shown for each
column. Any column end restraint (i.e., pinned, fixed, free, guided) can be
selected for either column buckling direction.
- The critical
buckling load and stress is computed and the buckled shape is shown for the
column buckling direction that controls.
- The user can
also add an intermediate support in either direction that can be positioned
at any location between the two end restraints.
- A plot of critical
stress versus slenderness ratio is shown and the results of the two buckling
directions are shown on the overall plot.
- Optionally,
the user may define the material yield stress and/or proportional limit so
that the applicability of Euler buckling may be assessed.
- Column design
using standard steel, aluminum, and wood design equations can be used.
