Free vibrations of the partially tensioned geometrically non-linear system subjected to Euler’s load

In this study the fixed-fixed column subjected to axial Euler’s load has been investigated. The load is placed between the fixed ends of the structure and its location can be changed along column’s length. The boundary problem of free vibrations of the mentioned system has been formulated on the basis of Bernoulli – Euler theory and taking into account non-linear axial deformation relationship. Due to non-linear expressions the solution of the problem was done with small parameter method. In the paper the change of the first vibration frequency in relation to location and magnitude of the loading force was obtained. The relationship between natural vibration frequency and the amplitude is also discussed.