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- Since the deflections, forces, and reactions of linear buckling analysis correspond to the normalized buckled shape of a structure, users must run Nonlinear buckling analysis to obtain the actual displacements, forces, and reactions. Figure 1 illustrates the Nonlinear-buckling-analysis output of a column subjected to an initial imperfection where lateral load induces displacement equal to 0.6% of column height. Softening behavior indicates the onset of buckling.
Figure 1 - Nonlinear buckling analysis of a column
Users may download the analytical model for this system through the P-Delta effect for fixed cantilever column test problem.
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