1.6.3 - Load Categories
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What is a dead load?
💡 Hint: Think about the fixed aspects of a structure.
Give an example of a live load.
💡 Hint: Consider things that change or move.
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What can be considered a dead load?
💡 Hint: Think about what is fixed in the structure.
True or False: Live Loads are the same as dead loads.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of each load type.
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Calculate the total dead load for a 2000 sq. ft. roof, assuming a weight of 15 lbs/sq. ft.
💡 Hint: Use the area and multiply it by the weight per square foot.
Evaluate the potential risks if a designer overlooks live loads in a multi-story building.
💡 Hint: Consider how loads can change with usage and environment.
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