Cantilever
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-000940
A structural element, such as a beam or slab, that is supported at only one end and projects horizontally into space. The unsupported end carries a load, creating bending moments and shear forces within the element. Balconies, overhangs, and some bridge sections are common examples of cantilever construction.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-000940 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Construction |
| Translations | German: Kragarm; Spanish: voladizo; French: cantilever |
Record as JSON
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