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Although it's counterintuitive, the saturated soil and vegetation are considered a dead load.

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What is the difference between live load and roof live load?

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What is Definition of Life load for roof?

It is a "LIVE LOAD" which is the weight of snow for which a roof is designed for. It is usually 40 lbs. per square foot. Al dead load is the weight of the roof structure itself.


Is the roof an imposed load of a building?

No, it is a dead load


What is dead load and live load?

Dead load refers to the weight of the permanent structure and materials of a building, such as walls, floors, and the roof. Live load refers to the weight of temporary or movable objects that are added to the structure, such as people, furniture, and snow.


What is the function of rafter as a roof member?

The rafters carry the dead load of the sheathing and roofing material, and the live loads above


What is the dead load and a live load and a dynamic load in a building?

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What is a load structure?

Simply stated, it is a factor that will increase the loading. There are numerous types of load factors. Dead, Live, Roof live, Snow, Wind, Seismic, etc.There are also several different combos, depending on which method you are using (LRFD or ASD). The highest combo is used to determine your ultimate load, qu.


What type of load would be carried by the beam supporting the roof if a heavy snow fall lay on a flat roof?

The beam supporting the roof would carry a live load due to the weight of the accumulated snow. This load is variable and can change based on the amount of snow present, which can exert significant downward pressure on the structure. Additionally, the beam must also account for the dead load of the roof itself, as well as any other permanent fixtures. Proper structural design is essential to ensure the beam can safely support these combined loads.


What is the live load capacity of a roof framed with 2x4 rafters 2 feet on center?

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What are the types of non load bearing walls?

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Example of a static load on the roof?

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How do you know if its a load bearing wall?

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