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Short Columns
Short columns fail by **crushing**. Formula:
P = σallow × A
Eccentric Loads on Columns
Eccentric loads cause bending stress in addition to axial load:
σ = (P/A) ± (P × e × y) / I
Column Base Plate Design
Base plate distributes column load to foundation:
Aplate = P / σbearing
Elastic Buckling
Euler’s formula applies for slender columns:
Pcr = (π² × E × I) / (K × L)²
Ultimate Strength (Concrete Columns)
Limit State Design (IS 456):
Pu = 0.4fckAc + 0.67fyAs
Steel Columns
ASD Design:
P = σallow × A