Laterally Loaded Piles - Lateral Load Capacity and Deflection

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Estimate the lateral capacity and deflection of piles
• Choose the proper improvement technique to enhance the lateral capacity of piles
• Analyze pile-load test results

Description

Pile foundations are sometimes used to withstand lateral forces and moments experienced in offshore structures and high-rise buildings. The pile foundations' lateral load capacity and deflection will govern the pile's performance in this scenario. The lateral performance of the piles depends on the pile characteristics (length, diameter, stiffness) and the surrounding soil properties. 

This lecture focuses on the analysis of pile behaviour under lateral loads. The lateral load-carrying capacity estimation will be presented for both short and long piles in cohesive and cohesion-less soils. The lateral pile deflection will also be estimated for single piles and pile groups.

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for:

Those who deal with construction-related geotechnical engineering issues or need to build background on geotechnical analyses & design, including:

• Civil, Environmental & Transportation Engineers/Technicians
• Geologists, city & public works officials/planners