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live load
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live load  (lv)
n.
A moving, variable weight added to the dead load or intrinsic weight of a structure or vehicle.

live load [laɪv]
n
(Engineering / General Engineering) a variable weight on a structure, such as moving traffic on a bridge Also called superload Compare dead load
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Noun1.live load - a variable load on a structure (e.g. a bridge) such as moving traffic
load, loading, burden - weight to be borne or conveyed


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Encased in 200mm of self-compacting concrete, the composite structure appears deceptively delicate, while carrying high live loads from first floor book stacks, and giving no hint of the extensive base isolation structure beneath.
Further, the inventory load rating accommodates live loads that a bridge can carry for an indefinite period, while the operating load rating refers to live loads that could potentially shorten the bridge life if applied on a routine basis.
It requires students to demonstrate that they know how to turn on and off the computer; prioritize and apply appropriate safety measures when working with agricultural and related biotechnologies; calculate quantitatively the resultant forces for live loads and dead loads; etc.
 
 
 
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