This article explores estimation of settlement in piled foundation, highlighting the various methods of deriving the settlement of pile foundations and illustrating the process through a worked example.
Month: August 2024
This article explores the use of the standard penetration test to determine the bearing capacity of foundations
This article presents the design of embedded retaining walls – a wall in which resistance to active lateral earth pressure is mainly resisted by the passive pressure generated at the toe side of the wall.
This article explores common errors encountered in the application of software in structural engineering.
This article explores the analysis and design of slab-less staircases, sometimes called saw-tooth staircases
This article explores the various professionals required for a very successful construction project. It highlights the roles and skills each professional is expected to bring to bear during the course of the project.
This article explores into the distinctive aspects of footbridge design, including the reduced live loads, the freedom to explore different structural forms, the importance of user experience, and the materials typically used
This article presents an overview of the key aspects of pile foundation design, outlining the principles, design methods, and specific requirements set out in Eurocode 7 and the UK National Annex.
This latest article provides a more detailed introduction to the applications and use of CLT as a structural timber product.