Computer · Design Philosophy
In the context of structural design using limit state principles, 'characteristic load' is defined as the load:
- 1Which represents the mean average value obtained from standard experimental tests.
- 2That has a 95% probability of not being exceeded during the intended life of the structure.✓
- 3Which represents the absolute maximum possible load ever applied to the structure.
- 4Determined based on arbitrary field assumptions without statistical calibration.
Correct answer
That has a 95% probability of not being exceeded during the intended life of the structure.
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