Many factors affects the depth of foundation. such as type of soil, ground water table, loads from structure, bearing capacity and density of soil and other factors. The minimum depth of foundation is calculated by Rankine’s formula when the bearing ...
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Soil Stabilization with Lime and Fly Ash
Soil stabilization means the improvement of the stability of bearing power of the soil by the use of controlled compaction, proportioning under the addition of suitable admixtures or stabilizers.
Environmental Considerations in Site Investigation
Site investigation is carried out before the start of a new construction projects. Environmental considerations in site investigation is of much importance to investigate the site suitability for the given project. This investigation refers to the local conditions and resources ...
Pile Load Capacity Calculation for Single Pile and Group Piles
The Pile load capacity calculation will determine the ultimate load the pile foundation can take under service load condition. This capacity is also called as bearing capacity of piles. The piles installed can be a single pile or group piles. ...
Structural Defects of Foundations at Construction Stage
Structural defects occur in foundations at construction stage. There can be many causes for these defects. The problem areas, effects in foundation and defects in structure due to those causes are presented here.
Load Test on Piles – Methods of Pile Load Test
Load tests on piles are conducted on completion of 28 days after casting of piles. Two types of tests namely initial and routine tests, for each type of loading viz. vertical, horizontal (lateral) pull out, are performed on piles. Initial ...
Balanced Footings and Cantilever Footings
Balanced and Cantilever Footings A balanced footing which is also called as strap footings consists of two separate footings connected by a strap beam. Balanced footing is required where the one of the footing has limited space for bearing, or ...
What are Causes for Foundation Failure in Buildings?
Causes of Foundation Failure in Buildings Foundation failure in a building can be attributed to several things. Most commonly foundation failure is caused by the movement of expansive and highly plastic soils beneath different sections of the foundation footings. This ...