CIVENG 3P04 Lecture : calculation of different loads and load combinations-2012.pdf
6 Jun 2013
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Dead load is a permanent load due to the weight of the building components. According to nbcc (2005), the specified dead loads for a structural member includes: (cid:131) self-weight (cid:131) superimposed dead load (flooring, partitions, doors, other permanent fixtures, etc. ) Concentrated loads due to specific equipment or fixtures (such as heavy machinery) Those loads that may or may not be always present and acting on a structure. 1 of 750 x 750 mm2 (due to mechanical equipment, filing cabinets, vehicle tires, etc. ) (cid:131) nbcc 2005 permits a reduction in the specified live load intensity depending on the tributary area (cl. 4. 1. 5. 9) (cid:131) tributary area is the area bounded by the lines of support of the member and the lines of zero shear in the slabs or beams supported by the member being designed. Snow, wind and earthquake are separately treated by.
