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Structural glossary
Load-bearing capacity
The ability to resist a particular load.
Technical context
Capacity depends on the whole situation, including support and material condition. A general product rating is not automatically applicable to a building.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, other structural calculations. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
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