Deadman

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001601",
  "term": "Deadman",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A buried anchor, typically a timber, concrete block, or other heavy object, used to provide stability or resistance against lateral forces. It is connected to a structure, such as a retaining wall or a tent pole, by a tie rod or cable. This anchoring method prevents overturning or movement, particularly in temporary or earth-retaining constructions.",
  "subject": "Construction",
  "references": [
    "Deadman anchors (Petroleum Equipment Institute)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Verankerungsbalken",
    "es": "anclaje",
    "fr": "homme mort"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/deadman/"
}