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What is the primary factor that can lead to resonant excitation in a bridge due to passing vehicles?
What is the primary factor that can lead to resonant excitation in a bridge due to passing vehicles?
For which components of a bridge's foundation are impact (dynamic load allowance) not applied?
For which components of a bridge's foundation are impact (dynamic load allowance) not applied?
In bridge design, what is the significance of the fatigue loads consideration?
In bridge design, what is the significance of the fatigue loads consideration?
What determines the wind pressure on both structures and vehicles when present on a bridge?
What determines the wind pressure on both structures and vehicles when present on a bridge?
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How are water loads typically considered in the design of a bridge?
How are water loads typically considered in the design of a bridge?
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What does the impact factor account for in the context of a bridge structure?
What does the impact factor account for in the context of a bridge structure?
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When should the pedestrian load be considered concurrently with vehicular loads on a bridge?
When should the pedestrian load be considered concurrently with vehicular loads on a bridge?
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What does the term 'nominal load' refer to in bridge design?
What does the term 'nominal load' refer to in bridge design?
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What is the purpose of a load factor in bridge design?
What is the purpose of a load factor in bridge design?
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Which dynamic effect does the 'Hammering Effect' primarily address in bridge design?
Which dynamic effect does the 'Hammering Effect' primarily address in bridge design?
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