Integration testing of concrete piles are conducted for proper functioning of pile foundations. This test is carried out before construction of pile caps.
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DESIGN ISSUES IN PILE FOUNDATIONS
Pile foundations are one of the type of deep foundation. These foundations transfer load deeper to the hard strata much below the ground surface. But there are certain issues in the design of pile foundations related to selection of type ...
Soil Tests Required for Deep Foundations
Soil tests required for deep foundation to ensure the bearing capacity of the soil to support the loads from deep foundation. Types of soil tests for deep foundations are discussed.
Pressure Bulb or Stress Isobar Concept
Stress Isobar or Pressure Bulb Concept An isobar or pressure bulb is a stress contour or a line which connects all points below the ground surface at which the vertical pressure is the same. In fact, an isobar is a ...
Soil Investigation and Types of Foundations Based on Soil Properties
Soil investigations are carried out to understand properties of soil and types of foundation suitable for those. In this article, various types of soil investigations, their reports and suitable types of foundations for various types of soils are discussed. Types ...
EFFECT OF WATER TABLE ON SAFE BEARING CAPACITY OF SOIL
The position of ground water has a significant effect on the bearing capacity of soil. Presence of water table at a depth less than the width of the foundation from the foundation bottom will reduce the bearing capacity of the ...
MICROPILES FOUNDATION INSTALLATION METHOD
Micropiles are deep foundation used when very limited space or headroom is available for execution with conventional pile rigs. These piles are also called as minipiles, pin piles, needle piles and root piles. Micropiles are small diameter bored cast-insitu piles ...
Concreting of Pile Foundations – Workability and Quality of Concrete for Piles
Concreting of pile foundations requires quality and workability of concrete to be maintained for durable construction of pile foundations with required strength. The grade of concrete, its workability, consistency and mixing for concreting of pile foundation is discussed in this ...