Static load
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-007277
A constant, non-moving force or weight applied to a structure over an extended period. This includes the self-weight of the building materials, permanent fixtures, and any other unchanging elements. Static loads are a primary consideration in structural design, alongside dynamic loads such as wind or seismic forces.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-007277 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Construction |
| Translations | German: Eigenlast; Spanish: carga estática; French: charge statique |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Static load",
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"definition": "A constant, non-moving force or weight applied to a structure over an extended period. This includes the self-weight of the building materials, permanent fixtures, and any other unchanging elements. Static loads are a primary consideration in structural design, alongside dynamic loads such as wind or seismic forces.",
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"translations": {
"de": "Eigenlast",
"es": "carga estática",
"fr": "charge statique"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/static-load/"
}
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