An Introduction to Deep Foundations
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| Management number | 231924327 | Release Date | 2026/06/18 | List Price | US$10.00 | Model Number | 231924327 | ||
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A deep foundation derives its support from competent strata at significant depths below the surface or, alternatively, has a depth to diameter ratio greater than 4. A deep foundation is used in lieu of a shallow foundation when adequate bearing capacity or tolerable settlements cannot be obtained with a shallow foundation. The term deep foundation includes piles, piers, or caissons, as well as footings or mats set into a deep excavation. This chapter discusses problems of placing footings and mats in deep excavations and design of drilled piers. Drilled piers (or caissons) are simply large-diameter piles, but the design process is somewhat different. An arbitrary distinction between a caisson and pier is that the caisson is 30 inches or more in diameter. Read more
| ISBN10 | 1490313362 |
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| ISBN13 | 978-1490313368 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.06 x 11 inches |
| Item Weight | 3.03 ounces |
| Print length | 26 pages |
| Part of series | Geotechnical Engineering |
| Publication date | May 31, 2013 |
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