Uplift Capacity of Single And Group of Granular Anchor Pile System

Authors

  • Pradeep Kumar
  • Mohit Kumar
  • V.K. Chandaluri
  • V. A. Sawant

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33736/jcest.879.2018

Abstract

In view of increased development in the infrastructure across the world, now it becomes necessary to go for the marginal sites having weak soil for foundation. Foundations are normally designed to transfer compressive and uplift forces safely to the subsoil, wherein piles provide an appropriate solution. But the option of pile foundation is quite expensive. Before going for pile foundation, the feasibility of other alternatives must be accessed thoroughly. If it is possible to adopt some suitable ground improvement technique for enhancement of foundation strength, then it should be considered. In the present study, Granular Anchor Pile System is proposed to with stand uplift forces. The present paper, based on a field study, briefly discusses the basic principles associated with the granular pile. The analysis of field test data indicates that the proposed granular pile system is a viable means for ground improvement. It is found effective for improving varying soil conditions and capable of providing resistance to compressive forces in addition to the uplift resistance. Besides, this foundation technique has been found cost effective as compared to the concrete piles.

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Published

2018-04-30

How to Cite

Kumar, P., Kumar, M., Chandaluri, V., & Sawant, V. A. (2018). Uplift Capacity of Single And Group of Granular Anchor Pile System. Journal of Civil Engineering, Science and Technology, 9(1), 34–40. https://doi.org/10.33736/jcest.879.2018