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Structural Column Design and Euler’s Critical Buckling Formula Columns are the unsung heroes of structural engineering, quietly bearing the weight of buildings, bridges, and other structures. However, designing a column isn’t just about picking a shape or material—it’s about ensuring it can handle compressive loads without failing. One of the most critical risks in column design is buckling, where a column suddenly deforms under load, leading to catastrophic failure. This is where Euler’s Critical Buckling Formula comes in, a cornerstone of...