Question: Use the standard table extracts ( provided for BS 5 9 5 0 ) to select a universal column to be a pin - ended

Use the standard table extracts (provided for BS 5950) to select a universal column to be a pin-ended column (ie. Pinned at both ends) of length 4m to support an axial load (Y-Y) of 1000 kN. The steel has a yield stress of approx 340 MPa.
You are required to perform the necessary calculations to enable you to select a suitable universal column from the table clearly justifying your reason for your selection

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