Geotechnical engineers frequently rely on semi-empirical methods like Décourt-Quaresma and Meyehof’s to estimate the bearing capacity of piles. This paper proposes alternatives to these methods, presenting an approach using machine learning models for predicting the bearing capacity of precast concrete piles. It uses data samples in...
View ArticleThe determination of the bearing capacity of shallow foundations can be considered as a complex elasto-plastic deformation problem, which is often studied phenomenologically. The phenomenological equations are naturally constructed based on the typical dimensions of the variables involved (unit weight, foundation size, etc.) - all physical laws must gua...
View ArticleIn the design of piles drilled in rock, the following questions arise: (i) at what point of the soil/weathered rock/sound rock profile should the pile socket be designed; (ii) is the contribution of residual soil to be disregarded; (iii)how much consideration should be given to the pile boring method (rotary or hammering). Furthermore, usual design meth...
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