EK626
The design load: The characteristic load multiplied by the relevant partial factor.
EK96
The characteristic load is defined as the load that with a probability of 95% is not exceeded throughout the lifetime of the structure, only 5% of all occurring loads are […]
EK95
The characteristic load is that value of the load, which has an accepted probability of not being exceeded during the life span of the structure. Characteristic load is therefore that […]