Alternate Definitions for lateral_load

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Term: lateral_load
Definition:

load whose main component is a horizontal force acting on the structure.

Examples: concrete, steel-plate, masonry or CLT structural wall; concrete or steel movement-resisting frame; steel braced frame; concrete or CLT rocking wall; concrete, steel or wood frame with post-tensioned connections
Created 2016.05.11
Last Modified 2023.03.27
Contributed by Shein Kim
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