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effective width
Reduced width of a plate or slab with an assumed uniform stress distribution, producing the same effect on the behavior of a structural member as the actual plate or slab width, with its non-uniform stress distribution.
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nominal strength
Strength of a structure or component (without the resistance factor or safety factor applied) to resist load effects, as determined in accordance with this Specification.
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vertical impact load
Additional downward force added to the beams produced during loading of the rack.
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asd
Method of proportioning structural components such that the allowable strength equals or exceeds the required strength of the component under the action of the ASD load combinations.
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asd load combination
Load combination in the applicable building code intended for allowable strength design (allowable stress design).
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allowable strength
Equals nominal strength divided by the safety factor
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allowable stress
Equals allowable strength divided by the appropriate section property, such as section modulus or cross-section area.
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applicable code
Code (enforced by the local building department) according to which the structure is designed
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basic capacity
The capacity of a component with specified conditions for use in accordance with CSA A344.2.
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beam locking device
A pin, bolt, or other mechanism that resists disengagement of the beam connector from the column.
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