& Construction

Integrated BIM tools, including Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D
& Manufacturing

Professional CAD/CAM tools built on Inventor and AutoCAD
Integrated BIM tools, including Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D
Professional CAD/CAM tools built on Inventor and AutoCAD
Define load types and apply loads to structural objects.
Type:
Tutorial
Length:
13 min.
Use the Load Type window to define cases that represent different load types (dead, live, snow, and so on).
Use a linear load to apply a dead load along slab edges for each building story.
Use the load table to replicate loads throughout multiple building stories.
Apply live loads to individual stories of a building using uniform planar load definitions.
Adjust a load definition and add a live load to a staircase.
Combine loads to understand the most favorable building performance conditions. Understand the rules that govern load combinations and automatically combine previously defined loads according to local regulations.
How to buy
Privacy | Do not sell or share my personal information | Cookie preferences | Report noncompliance | Terms of use | Legal | © 2025 Autodesk Inc. All rights reserved
Sign in for the best experience
Save your progress
Get access to courses
Receive personalized recommendations
May we collect and use your data?
Learn more about the Third Party Services we use and our Privacy Statement.May we collect and use your data to tailor your experience?
Explore the benefits of a customized experience by managing your privacy settings for this site or visit our Privacy Statement to learn more about your options.