Publication Date:
1985-05-01
Description:
The results of recent loading tests on Kuwaiti sandy soils at seven sites are analyzed. The tests were carried out on small concrete footings ranging in size from 0.25 to 1 m. The effects of several variables on the pressure–settlement diagrams were investigated. These include footing size, overburden pressure, footing material, soil disturbance, and soil properties. The results indicate that the effect of overburden pressure and of footing material is less significant than that of the other variables. Standard penetration tests were carried out at all sites and the allowable pressures were obtained based on the different empirical methods commonly used by the practicing engineers. A comparison was made between the predicted soil pressure values and actual measurements for the purpose of determining the most suitable design methods for sandy soils. Key words: load tests, sands, footing, allowable pressure, settlement, methods of calculation, overburden pressure, soil disturbance.
Print ISSN:
0008-3674
Electronic ISSN:
1208-6010
Topics:
Geosciences
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