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Spend at least 30 to 45 minutes trying to set up the differential equations on your own.

$$G = \frac\sum (EI/L) columns\sum (EI/L) beams$$ Structural Stability Chen Solution Manual

Textbook Problem: Derive the maximum deflection and maximum moment for a pin-ended column with an initial curvature ( y_0 = \delta_0 \sin(\pi x / L) ), subjected to axial load P. Spend at least 30 to 45 minutes trying