Abstract: The stability of gravity-retaining structures has traditionally been checked within the limit equilibrium framework. However, limit equilibrium methods require that prior assumptions be made regarding the collapse mechanism ...

Abstract: This paper presents the results of a series of load tests performed on a half-strip model footing (width B=50  mm) placed on the surface of samples prepared with one of two uniform silica sands [Ohio Gold Frac (OGF) sand ...

Abstract: Traditional bearing capacity theories assume that a foundation element is supported by a thick, uniform soil deposit. However, natural soil deposits are often stratified, i.e., a soil layer of finite thickness could ...

Abstract: The bearing capacity of shallow foundations is often calculated using the classical three-term bearing capacity equation, containing bearing capacity factors and correction factors for embedment depth and footing shape. ...

Abstract: Bearing capacity calculation is an important part of shallow foundation design. The expressions for the shape and depth factors available in the literature for bearing capacity calculation are mostly empirical and are based ...

Abstract: A two-span bridge, supported by steel H-piles and mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) bridge abutments, was constructed as part of a new interchange on I-65 in Whitestown, Indiana. The east and west MSE walls consist of ...

Abstract: Schmertmann’s method is one of the traditional methods for estimating the settlement of axially loaded footings in sand using cone penetration test (CPT) data. The method was developed for footings on a single, uniform ...