A W14 53 structural steel [E = 29,000 ksi] section (see Appendix B for its cross-sectional properties) is used as a column with an actual length of L = 16 ft. The column is fixed at its base and...

A W14

53 structural steel [E = 29,000 ksi] section (see Appendix B for its cross-sectional properties) is used as a column with an actual length of L = 16 ft. The column is fixed at its base and unrestrained at its upper end as shown in Figure P16.31/32. Determine the maximum load P that may be supported by the column if a factor of safety of 2.5 with respect to buckling is specified.