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What are the primary live loads on bridge spans?
What are the primary live loads on bridge spans?
Traffic
What organization publishes specifications for truck loadings on highway bridges?
What organization publishes specifications for truck loadings on highway bridges?
AASHTO (American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials)
What type of loading occurs when moving vehicles bounce or sidesway on a bridge?
What type of loading occurs when moving vehicles bounce or sidesway on a bridge?
Impact load
What is the percentage increase of live loads due to impact called?
What is the percentage increase of live loads due to impact called?
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What is the primary cause of wind loading on a structure?
What is the primary cause of wind loading on a structure?
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What factors affect the wind loading on a structure?
What factors affect the wind loading on a structure?
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In which parts of the country is roof loading due to snow a major concern?
In which parts of the country is roof loading due to snow a major concern?
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What type of loads are critical for railroad bridges?
What type of loads are critical for railroad bridges?
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Why is protection against snow loading important?
Why is protection against snow loading important?
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What organization publishes specifications for railroad bridge loadings?
What organization publishes specifications for railroad bridge loadings?
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