Critical Load Resistance

Critical load resistance is the maximum resistance level in a system—such as an electrical circuit or mechanical structure—beyond which the system begins to fail or experience instability. It represents a threshold where the system transitions from stable operation to failure due to increased load. In electrical terms, it's the highest resistance a component can handle before causing excessive current or overheating. In mechanical systems, it marks the point where stress causes deformation or breakage. Understanding this helps engineers design systems that can operate safely without reaching this critical point and risking failure.