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live load

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live load [′līv ′lōd]
(mechanics)
A moving load or a load of variable force acting upon a structure, in addition to its own weight.

live load
The moving or movable external load on a structure; includes the weight of furnishings of a building, of the people, of equipment, etc., but does not include wind load.


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