Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load Formula

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Effective column length, often that represents the length of a column that influences its buckling behavior. Check FAQs
le=asech((σmax-(PAsectional))SPe)PεcolumnI2
le - Effective Column Length?σmax - Maximum Stress at Crack Tip?P - Eccentric Load on Column?Asectional - Cross-Sectional Area of Column?S - Section Modulus for Column?e - Eccentricity of Column?εcolumn - Modulus of Elasticity of Column?I - Moment of Inertia?

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58382.6917Edit=asech((6E-5Edit-(40Edit0.6667Edit))13Edit40Edit15000Edit)40Edit2Edit0.0002Edit2
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Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
le=asech((σmax-(PAsectional))SPe)PεcolumnI2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
le=asech((6E-5MPa-(40N0.6667))1340N15000mm)40N2MPa0.0002kg·m²2
Next Step Convert Units
le=asech((60Pa-(40N0.6667))1340N15m)40N2E+6Pa0.0002kg·m²2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
le=asech((60-(400.6667))134015)402E+60.00022
Next Step Evaluate
le=58.3826916959103m
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
le=58382.6916959103mm
LAST Step Rounding Answer
le=58382.6917mm

Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load Formula Elements

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Effective Column Length
Effective column length, often that represents the length of a column that influences its buckling behavior.
Symbol: le
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Maximum Stress at Crack Tip
Maximum stress at crack tip refers to the highest stress concentration that occurs at the very tip of a crack in a material.
Symbol: σmax
Measurement: PressureUnit: MPa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Eccentric Load on Column
Eccentric load on column refers to a load that is applied at a point away from the centroidal axis of the column’s cross-section where loading introduces both axial stress and bending stress.
Symbol: P
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Cross-Sectional Area of Column
Cross-sectional area of column is the area of the shape we get when we cut through the column perpendicular to its length, helps in determining the column’s ability to bear loads and resist stresses.
Symbol: Asectional
Measurement: AreaUnit:
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Section Modulus for Column
Section modulus for column is a geometric property of a cross-section that measures the ability of a section to resist bending and is crucial for determining the bending stress in structural elements.
Symbol: S
Measurement: VolumeUnit:
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Eccentricity of Column
Eccentricity of column refers to the distance between the line of action of the applied load and the centroidal axis of the column’s cross-section.
Symbol: e
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Modulus of Elasticity of Column
Modulus of elasticity of column is a measure of a material’s stiffness or rigidity, is defined as the ratio of longitudinal stress to longitudinal strain within the elastic limit of a material.
Symbol: εcolumn
Measurement: PressureUnit: MPa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Moment of Inertia
Moment of inertia also known as the rotational inertia or angular mass, is a measure of an object’s resistance to changes in its rotational motion around a specific axis.
Symbol: I
Measurement: Moment of InertiaUnit: kg·m²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
sqrt
A square root function is a function that takes a non-negative number as an input and returns the square root of the given input number.
Syntax: sqrt(Number)
sech
The hyperbolic secant function is a hyperbolic function that is the reciprocal of the hyperbolic cosine function.
Syntax: sech(Number)
asech
The hyperbolic secant function is defined as sech(x) = 1/cosh(x), where cosh(x) is the hyperbolic cosine function.
Syntax: asech(Number)

Other formulas in Columns With Eccentric Load category

​Go Moment at Section of Column with Eccentric Load
M=P(δ+eload-δc)
​Go Eccentricity given Moment at Section of Column with Eccentric Load
e=(MP)-δ+δc

How to Evaluate Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load?

Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load evaluator uses Effective Column Length = asech(((Maximum Stress at Crack Tip-(Eccentric Load on Column/Cross-Sectional Area of Column))*Section Modulus for Column)/(Eccentric Load on Column*Eccentricity of Column))/(sqrt(Eccentric Load on Column/(Modulus of Elasticity of Column*Moment of Inertia))/2) to evaluate the Effective Column Length, Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load formula is defined as the length of a column that takes into account the maximum stress it can withstand when subjected to an eccentric load, providing a critical value for structural engineers to ensure the column's stability and safety. Effective Column Length is denoted by le symbol.

How to evaluate Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load, enter Maximum Stress at Crack Tip max), Eccentric Load on Column (P), Cross-Sectional Area of Column (Asectional), Section Modulus for Column (S), Eccentricity of Column (e), Modulus of Elasticity of Column column) & Moment of Inertia (I) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load

What is the formula to find Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load?
The formula of Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load is expressed as Effective Column Length = asech(((Maximum Stress at Crack Tip-(Eccentric Load on Column/Cross-Sectional Area of Column))*Section Modulus for Column)/(Eccentric Load on Column*Eccentricity of Column))/(sqrt(Eccentric Load on Column/(Modulus of Elasticity of Column*Moment of Inertia))/2). Here is an example- 5.4E+6 = asech(((60-(40/0.66671))*13)/(40*15))/(sqrt(40/(2000000*0.000168))/2).
How to calculate Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load?
With Maximum Stress at Crack Tip max), Eccentric Load on Column (P), Cross-Sectional Area of Column (Asectional), Section Modulus for Column (S), Eccentricity of Column (e), Modulus of Elasticity of Column column) & Moment of Inertia (I) we can find Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load using the formula - Effective Column Length = asech(((Maximum Stress at Crack Tip-(Eccentric Load on Column/Cross-Sectional Area of Column))*Section Modulus for Column)/(Eccentric Load on Column*Eccentricity of Column))/(sqrt(Eccentric Load on Column/(Modulus of Elasticity of Column*Moment of Inertia))/2). This formula also uses Square Root (sqrt)Hyperbolic Secant (sech), Inverse Trigonometric Secant (asech) function(s).
Can the Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load be negative?
No, the Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load?
Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Effective Length of Column given Maximum Stress for Column with Eccentric Load can be measured.
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