The W8 x 15 wide-flange A-36 steel column is assumed to be fixed at its top and bottom (Figure 1). L= 11.0 ft. Part A 2E and o llow - + 뿌(쀼), = (KL/a (KL/r)a Determine the largest eccentric load P that can be applied using omax = 2(KL/r) B(KL/r) Express your answer to three significant figures and include appropriate units. ? P = Value Units Submit Request Answer

The W8 x 15 wide-flange A-36 steel column is assumed to be fixed at its top and bottom (Figure 1). L= 11.0 ft. Part A 2E and o llow - + 뿌(쀼), = (KL/a (KL/r)a Determine the largest eccentric load P that can be applied using omax = 2(KL/r) B(KL/r) Express your answer to three significant figures and include appropriate units. ? P = Value Units Submit Request Answer

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Chapter11: Columns

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Problem 11.6.12P: AW310 × 74 wide-flange steel column with length L = 3.8 m is fixed at the base and free at the top...

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