Abstract
A review of lateral load design of piles is presented. It appears many different methods and allowable lateral loads are permitted by the states. One particular method is discussed in detail, and from that method two charts are presented that relate pile deflection to lateral load. Recommendations are given on design criteria for lateral loads.
A review of allowable axial stresses is also presented. The results of a brief finite element analysis of pile tip settlement versus load for various conditions are also presented. These results are compared to data obtained from the literature. Recommendations on maximum allowable axial stress are given.
Report Date
12-1984
Report Number
UKTRP-84-33
Digital Object Identifier
http://dx.doi.org/10.13023/KTC.RR.1984.33
Repository Citation
Allen, David L., "A Review and Analysis of Pile Design" (1984). Kentucky Transportation Center Research Report. 612.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/ktc_researchreports/612
Notes
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