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Philosophy on loading tests

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Subjectloading tests; building codes; ultimate loads; performance criteria; philosophy
Abstract
The authors review the criteria for loading tests for buildings and structural elements contained in building codes and find a lack of uniformity. Specifications of six major codes are presented in table form. Factors to be considered in formulating loading test specifications and in assessing structural adequacy are presented, using a philosophy that is in closer harmony with ultimate strength design compared to that contained in allowable stress design.
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  • ASTM Bulletin 214 (1 July 1956): 37–44.
NoteAlso published as DBR Report no. 58
LanguageEnglish
Peer reviewedYes
IdentifierDBR-TP-39
NRC numberNRCC 4000
NRC-IRC-1854
NPARC number20378021
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Record created2012-07-24
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