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Rapid Load Testing In Germany
By Marcel Bielefeld, Joost Bakker, Rob van Dorp
Pile load testing can be performed by a static, rapid or high strain dynamic (generally designated as dynamic) testing method. The static load test is often considered the “gold standard” of testing w
May 1, 2022
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The Impact Geotechnical Data Management Systems May Have on Risk Allocation for Differing Site Conditions in Construction Contracts
By Steven M. Henderson, Zachary D. Jones
The risk of allocation in construction contracts is a primary concern for all parties. For contracts involving subsurface construction the allocation of site condition risk is critical. In the past on
Jan 1, 2017
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Centrifuge Modeling of Temperature Effects on the Pullout Capacity of Energy Piles in Clay
By John S. McCartney, Ismaail Ghaaowd
This study presents the results from centrifuge modeling experiments performed to understand the effects of temperature changes on the pullout capacity of scale-model energy piles embedded in normally
Jan 1, 2018
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Characteristics And Application Of Soil Reinforcement By Jet Grouting ? Synopsis
By J. W. Wang
This article first explains the mechanism of forming strength in the Jet grouting reinforced foundation, and points out the function of cement hydrates and clay minerals in clayey soil, the reinforced
Jan 1, 2010
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Drilled Piers With Base Preloading By Grouting - 1. Introduction
By Boleslaw A. Klosinski
Drilling of a pier hole is accompanied with stress releasing in the surrounding soil and often with loosening of soil at the pier base. In effect the drilled piers are more deformable than driven pile
Jan 1, 1995
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Multiple Foundation Systems For The Porter Street Outfall Relocation For The North Approach - Summary
By William D. Spielvogel
The Massachusetts Highway Department awarded the Porter Street Outfall Project to the J.M. Cashman Company in November 1991. Timely completion of the Project in one and one half years is critical to t
Jan 1, 1994
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Stabilization of Materials – Upgrading Of Soils and Sediments to Use in Geo-Constructions
By Helene Kennedy, Josef Macsik, Yvonne Rogbeck, Gregory Makusa, Göran Holm
"Constructions activities in cities often imply large volumes of surplus material which could be treated by stabilization for re-use in new geotechnical constructions. Modification of dredged sediment
Jan 1, 2015
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History Of Timber Piles And Preservation Techniques - A Presentation At The Deep Foundations Institute Annual Meeting Williamsburg, Virginia, December 1982
By Bruce Haldeman
Timber has been used as pile support for structures for 6,000 years. Some means of preservation of wood go back almost that far. Timber piles support all types of structures ? some are buried below th
Jan 1, 1984
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Improvement Of Toe Resistance Of Drilled Shaft Foundations Using Smart Cells
By Mario A. Terceros Herrera, Mario Terceros Arce, Antonio Marinucci
A Smart Cell is a closed-type tip post-grouting device that is attached to the bottom of the steel reinforcement cage of a drilled shaft and is used to enhance performance and to reduce uncertainty th
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Performance of Footings in Rock Based on Serviceability
By C. M. Haberfield
"1 INTRODUCTION Around the world, there is a demand for larger structures, tall buildings and large bridges. While good footing design is important for all structures, it is even more important in the
Jan 1, 1900
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The Quality Control Of Pile Foundations Of Tall Buildings In Shenzhen
By Li Keqiang
Among the pile foundations of the 156 tall buildings over 18 storeys in Shenzhen, 86. 5% of them are constructed by slurry drilled piles, bored piles and excavated piles (hand-dug caissons). Based on
Jan 1, 1991
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Evaluation Of A New P-y Analysis Tool For Lateral Analysis Of Drilled Shafts Using Load Tests In Nevada
By David H. Sanders, Ramin Motamed, Fahim M. Bhuiyan, Raj V. Siddharthan
Large-diameter drilled shafts (DS) are a critical part of a seismic-resistant system, and therefore it is important to be able to accurately model lateral resistance. To undertake the lateral load ana
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Determination Of Design Pile Uplift Capacities Using Dynamic Pile Testing Methods
By Juan M. Antorena
A pile driving and testing program was undertaken to evaluate installation procedures, assess capacity, particularly in uplift, of 360- and 460-mm (14- and 18-inch) square prestressed concrete piles a
Jan 1, 1995
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Experience Gained At The Application Of Atlas Piles In Poland
By Kazimierz Gwizdala
In recent years, in Poland the ATLAS piles have been successfully applied for some constructions near Gdansk. The piles have been used as foundations for housing and another areas of civil engineering
Jan 1, 2006
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Non-Destructive Testing Of Drilled Shafts - Title ? Table Of Contents - Introduction And Overview
By Edmund J. Cardoza
WELCOME TO THE DEEP FOUNDATIONS INSTITUTE 26TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND WELCOME ESPECIALLY TO THIS SEMINAR ON NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING OF DRILLED SHAFTS, PRESENTED BY MEMBERS OF THE DFI DRILLED SHAFT COMM
Jan 1, 2001
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Problems Of Cast In Situ Driven Piles Added To Existing Piles And Built Near A Standing Structure
By L. F. Albert
The paper describes solutions given to foundation problems during the reconstruction of a power plant set on fire, located adjacent to several still Working Units. After a detailed site and laboratory
Jan 1, 1989
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Design And Construction Of Large Diameter Drilled Shafts For The Bath - Woolwich Bridge
By Andrew Peterson
The Maine Department of Transportation offered this challenging design-build project for a new, 12-span, bridge over the Kennebec River in Bath, Maine. This structure would be built to replace the exi
Jan 1, 1999