Buckling Load Formula:
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Definition: This calculator determines the critical buckling load for hydraulic cylinder columns using Euler's formula.
Purpose: It helps engineers design hydraulic cylinders that won't buckle under compressive loads.
The calculator uses Euler's buckling formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates the maximum axial load a column can bear before buckling occurs.
Details: Proper calculation ensures hydraulic cylinders maintain structural integrity under compressive loads, preventing catastrophic failure.
Tips: Enter the modulus of elasticity, moment of inertia, and column length. All values must be > 0.
Q1: What's a typical modulus of elasticity for hydraulic cylinders?
A: For steel cylinders, E ≈ 200 GPa (2×10¹¹ Pa). For aluminum, E ≈ 69 GPa.
Q2: How do I find the moment of inertia?
A: For a solid cylinder, \( I = \frac{\pi r^4}{4} \). For hollow cylinders, subtract the inner cylinder's moment of inertia.
Q3: Does this account for end conditions?
A: This is for pinned-pinned ends. For other conditions, apply appropriate effective length factors.
Q4: What safety factor should I use?
A: Typical safety factors range from 2-5 depending on application criticality.
Q5: When does Euler's formula not apply?
A: For short columns where material strength dominates over buckling (slenderness ratio < critical value).