(Internal) Analysis of Extended Pile Load-Test Database
Current methods used to estimate pile capacity for design are not very accurate, frequently resulting in unneccessarily conservative designs. This project will result in recommendations for improved pile capacity methods. It will also provide the means to evaluate proposed load and resistance factor design (LRFD) resistance factors.
Language
- English
Project
- Status: Active
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Sponsor Organizations:
California Department of Transportation
1227 O Street
Sacramento, CA United States 95843 -
Project Managers:
Shantz, Tom
- Start Date: 20090701
- Expected Completion Date: 0
- Actual Completion Date: 20120630
- Source Data: RiP Project 28746
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Bridge design; Load and resistance factor design; Load tests; Piles (Supports); Recommendations
- Uncontrolled Terms: Pile capacity
- Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Highways;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 01465978
- Record Type: Research project
- Source Agency: California Department of Transportation
- Files: RIP, STATEDOT
- Created Date: Jan 3 2013 3:08PM