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Structural glossary
Moment
A measure of the turning effect of a force.
Technical context
A bending moment causes tension and compression in a beam's cross-section. Load and support positions affect its distribution.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, steel structures. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: A steel beam for a load-bearing wall.
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