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factor of safety::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | safety factor |
| Type of | ratio |
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factor of safety
Allowable bearing stress is the bearing capacity divided by a factor of safety.
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Buildings commonly use a factor of safety of 2.0 for each structural member.
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There are several ways to compare the factor of safety for structures.
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If the value of factor of safety is less than 1.0, slope is unstable.
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Fast optimization of circular and polygonal slip surfaces provides the lowest factor of safety.
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A factor of safety is calculated by dividing the forces resisting movement by the forces driving movement.
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Back analysis serves for calculation of a reinforcement load with a given required factor of safety.
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Engineers typically include a factor of safety in their designs to reduce the risk of unexpected failure.
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It may provide information about the factor of safety or about the critical acceleration required to cause collapse.
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