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Euler's Column Formula Formula

The critical load at which a column will buckle.

Formula

Pcr = π²EI/L²

Discipline: Statics & Structural. Result unit: N.

Variables and units

  • Pcr — Critical Load (N): Critical buckling load
  • E — Elastic Modulus (Pa): Young's modulus
  • I — Moment of Inertia (m⁴): Area moment of inertia
  • L — Effective Length (m): Effective length of column