Part B Learning Outcomes Flashcards
1
Q
What are the five primary uses of pile foundations?
A
Large concentrated loads
minimal settlement
transferring loads to stiffer soil
resisting horizontal movement
offshore applications
2
Q
When is the Alpha method used for ultimate shear strength calculation?
A
Short term
Undrained
3
Q
How is the settlement for a serviceability limit state designed for?
A
By Iteration
4
Q
What are the advantages of dynamic load testing over static load testing?
A
It is cheaper and faster
5
Q
For calculations, what should you treat a laterally loaded pile as?
A
A beam in bending
