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Structural Loads

The document introduces structural loads essential for engineering design, categorizing them into Dead Load, Live Load, Wind Load, Seismic Load, and Snow Load. It also provides example load combinations for calculations. Accurate load estimation is crucial for ensuring safety and serviceability of structures.

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Structural Loads

The document introduces structural loads essential for engineering design, categorizing them into Dead Load, Live Load, Wind Load, Seismic Load, and Snow Load. It also provides example load combinations for calculations. Accurate load estimation is crucial for ensuring safety and serviceability of structures.

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Introduction to Structural Loads

Structural engineering design begins with identifying and applying loads acting on a structure.

Types of Loads:

- Dead Load (DL): Self-weight of structural and non-structural components.

- Live Load (LL): Variable loads due to occupancy.

- Wind Load (WL): Lateral forces due to wind.

- Seismic Load (EQ): Forces due to earthquakes.

- Snow Load (SL): Load from snow accumulation.

Example Load Combinations:

1.5(DL + LL)

1.2(DL + LL + WL)

Proper load estimation ensures safety and serviceability.

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