Factors which affect selection of foundation for a building can be many from the soil conditions to the type of structure and loads from the building. All the factors are considered during selection of foundation for durable building construction. Factors ...
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IMPROVING BEARING CAPACITY OF SOIL
Selecting methods of improving bearing capacity of soils is necessary in many cases for the construction of foundation. Soil investigation is carried out to establish existing ground conditions and soil properties for selection of suitable foundation types for the structure. ...
Soil Nailing Technique, Its Types, applications, and installation considerations
What is soil nailing technique? Soil nailing technique used to reinforce soil to make it more stable. Added to that, it is used for slopes, excavations, retaining walls etc. to make it more stable. This article will shed light on ...
Selection of Pile Foundation Based on Soil Condition
The selection of pile foundation depends on the soil investigation data received from soil exploration bore holes at different depths. Selection of appropriate pile for the desired strength and requirement plays an important role in cost reduction and efficiency. In ...
Calculate Capacity of Pile Group and Efficiency
Capacity of pile group is the sum of the individual capacities of piles, but it is influenced by the spacing between the piles. Piles are driven generally in groups in regular pattern to support the structural loads. The structural load ...
Soil Stabilization Methods with Different Materials
Soil stabilization with cement, bitumen, lime, chemical stabilization,geotextile, grouting etc. are discussed. It is a method of improving soil properties by blending and mixing other materials. Soil Stabilization Methods with Different Materials Following are the various soil stabilization methods and ...
What are the Needs and Functions of Pile Foundation?
When it becomes impossible to provide the suitable surface foundation for a structure; the use of pile foundations becomes necessary, this situation arose from either the soil condition or the order of bottom layers, the nature of the loads transferred ...
Different Types of Soil Compaction Equipment: Types of Rollers
There are different types of rollers and other soil compaction equipments available. Use of these compacting machines depends on soil types and moisture conditions. Different Types of Soil Compaction Equipments: The soil compaction equipments can be divided into two groups: ...