Question: ( 1 ) Please derive the critical buckling load for an initially straight prismatic column A B with length L , Young's modulus E ,

(1) Please derive the critical buckling load for an initially straight prismatic column AB with length L, Young's modulus E, in-plane moment of inertia I. Both ends are pin-supported. (20) pts)
(2) Suppose we want to add a roller support to the beam. Where should the roller support be placed to maximize the buckling load? Please also determine the maximum buckling load. (Bonus: 20 pts)
( 1 ) Please derive the critical buckling load

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