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Live Loads

Reference data and engineering information about live loads for mechanics applications.

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Overview

Engineering reference data for Live Loads in mechanics.

Key Formulas

Newton's Second Law

F=maF = ma

Force = mass × acceleration.

Work

W=FdcosθW = Fd\cos\theta

Work = force × displacement × cos(angle).

Kinetic Energy

Ek=12mv2E_k = \frac{1}{2}mv^2

Energy of motion.

Potential Energy

Ep=mghE_p = mgh

Gravitational potential energy.

Variables

SymbolDescriptionUnit
FFForceN
mmMasskg
aaAccelerationm/s²
vvVelocitym/s

Data Table

7 rows
Use / Live Load data
col0
Attics, no storage with roof slope no steeper than 3 in 12
Attics, limited storage
Balconies
Decks
Fire escapes
Garages, passenger cars
Sleeping rooms

Source: engineeringtoolbox.com

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