##  [Load and Resistance Factor Design](/load-and-resistance-factor-design) 

  ##  [Load and Resistance Factor Design](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/load-and-resistance-factor-design-0) 

  

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Definition

A limit‑state design methodology that applies separate partial (multiplicative) load factors to actions and resistance (capacity) reduction factors to nominal strengths so that the combined effect of amplified loads and reduced capacities achieves a calibrated target reliability against failure.