Revisit to the stability of a uniform cantilever column subjected to Euler and Beck loads—Effect of realistic follower forces

Abstract

The stability of a uniform cantilever column subjected to Euler and Beck loads is investigated for its practical significance and reported here. A classical solution to the system of equations of motion and constraints pertaining to the problem is presented in detail. The transcendental equation, so obtained, is solved using MAPLE-V software and interaction curves between Euler load and Beck load are plotted. The physical significance of these interaction curves is also discussed.