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Structural glossary
Serviceability limit state
An assessment of whether a structure remains fit for use.
Technical context
Examples include deflection, crack width and vibration. An element may be strong enough but still fail serviceability requirements.
Where might you encounter this?
This term is relevant to, among other things, floors. The detailed design depends on your project's information and assumptions.
Read more: What is deflection?.
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