hanging load

[′haŋ·iŋ ¦lōd]

(mechanical engineering)

The weight that can be suspended on a hoist line or hook device in a drill tripod or derrick without causing the members of the derrick or tripod to buckle.

The weight suspended or supported by a bearing.

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Let suppose that the hanging load in the rope has the maximal high from the base, this ensure stability and the rope should be taken shorter so we can have swing system with higher stiffness.

Determination of maximal dynamic force of crane-bridge

A: "I have done a few things over the years that might be seen as a bit strange, for example hanging loads of Tupperware from the ceiling or cable tying children's toys to a Christmas tree."

We feel right at home in flatpack heaven; In the decade since Ikea's first Welsh store opened, 20 million customers have walked through its doors and 250,000 Bumerang hanger sets have been sold. As the Swedish success story today marks its 10th anniversary in Cardiff, Cathy Owen caught up with 10 workers who have been there right from the start..