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IRC Specific Parameters

Used to input parameters for loading per IRC Chapter 6.

The IRC rules have been implemented such that the program will select the appropriate live loads, number of design lanes, and generate all the possible load combinations as stated for a specified roadway width.

SettingDescription
Loading Class Select the vehicles to be used for this load generation.
Impact Factor Specify a value to account for dynamic effects resulting for road surface imperfections.
Reduction in longitudinal effect Contains a table of Multiple Presence Factor for the number of lanes for a specified roadway.