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Record 1 2011-10-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Tolerances and Modular Co-ordination (Construction)
DEF

The force on a structure due to wind pressure multiplied by the area of the structure at right angles to the pressure.

DEF

The calculated pressure exerted by wind that may be successfully resisted without structural failure by trees or walls, fences, overhead frames, and the like (construction members).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Calcul, tolérances et modulation (Construction)

Spanish

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