dead load

[/ded loʊd/]
nounpl: dead loads
carga permanente
1. The constant weight of a structure itself, including all permanent components such as beams, walls, floors, and roofing materials, excluding temporary or moving loads
The engineer calculated the dead load of the building by accounting for the weight of all structural elements.
O engenheiro calculou a carga permanente do edifício levando em conta o peso de todos os elementos estruturais.
2. In structural engineering, the self-weight of a construction that remains constant throughout the building's lifespan
Dead load is one of the primary factors considered in the design of bridge foundations.
A carga permanente é um dos fatores primários considerados no projeto das fundações de pontes.
Dead load is a fundamental concept in structural engineering, civil construction, and architecture throughout both Brazil and the United States. This term is essential in technical documentation, building codes, and safety regulations. It is used professionally in engineering reports, architectural plans, and construction specifications across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
self-weightpermanent loadstatic loadstructural weight
Antonyms / Antônimos
live loaddynamic loadtemporary loadvariable load

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
carga permanente
Most common and standard term used in Brazilian engineering and construction
Technical/Academic
carga morta
Less common but sometimes used in technical literature and older references
Portugal
carga permanente
Standard term used in Portuguese engineering terminology

Related Words

live loadload factorstructural designbearing capacityfoundation designmoment of inertia

Related Idioms & Phrases

under dead load
dead load calculation
dead load capacity
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