SOM (Unit -8) Columns - Download handwritten notes

Our handwritten notes delve into the intricate realm of column design and analysis, covering the following critical topics: - **Types of Columns**: Explore various types including slender, short, long, and braced columns, each with distinct behavior and design considerations. - **Euler's Theory of Buckling**: Understand the fundamental principles governing column buckling under compressive loads, as proposed by Euler. - **Effective Length**: Learn how to determine the effective length of columns, a crucial parameter in analyzing their stability and buckling behavior. - **Columns Subject to Eccentric Loading**: Explore the effects of eccentric loading on column behavior and stability, and methods for analyzing such conditions. - **Middle Third Rule**: Understand the application of the middle third rule in column design to ensure uniform distribution of stress. - **Special Cases**: Delve into special scenarios and considerations in column design, including interactions with other structural elements and unconventional loading conditions.