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Structural glossary
Vibration
A repeated back-and-forth movement of a structure.
Technical context
Walking or machinery can cause floors to vibrate. Comfort and serviceability may require separate assessment.
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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