Question: A vertical post AB is embedded in a concrete foundation and held at the top by two cables (see figure). The post is a hollow

A vertical post AB is embedded in a concrete foundation and held at the top by two cables (see figure). The post is a hollow steel tube with modulus of elasticity 200 GPa, outer diameter 40 mm, and thickness 5 mm. The cables are tightened equally by turnbuckles.
If a factor of safety of 3.0 against Euler buckling in the plane of the figure is desired, what is the maximum allowable tensile force Tallow in the cables?
A vertical post AB is embedded in a concrete foundation

Cable 40 mm Steel tube Turnbuckle 2.0 m 20 m

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