jscolostate
Structural
- Jun 2, 2008
- 4
I am trying to understand how to correctly implement second-order analysis, and I am having a difficult time understanding what to do for a simple cantilever column. The column has both an axial load and a lateral load acting at the very top. I think that the first order moment caused by the lateral load is the "Mlt" term, but does this mean that there is no "Mnt" term for this application? I am also confused on the calculation of the "B2" amplification factor. Any insight would be greatly appreciated!