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A sequence of quasi-static configurations of the elastica catapult (P/Pcr> 1) at increasing the clamp angle α for different values of P/Pcr ending with snap in the equilibrium configuration. The self-intersection of the rod occurring for P≥Psi is displayed. In particular, the limit case of self-intersection is shown in the central sequence (P=Psi≈9.161Pcr), whereas self-intersection is shown in the lower sequence (P=12Pcr). (Online version in colour.)
