Geo/structural
Geo/structural
(OP)
I design a square footing 24in by 24in for a power generator W=220lbs the dimensions are 61*61*40 (in) and stands 3-4 ft of the ground but I'm not sure if I'm going to have problems with overturning or sliding? How can I check if my 24in by 24in square footing will be ok? Also the depth of height of my footing is 6 in.
Thank you
Thank you





RE: Geo/structural
RE: Geo/structural
RE: Geo/structural
RE: Geo/structural
The vertical forces are the weight of the equipment and footing.
The horizontal forces are wind and seismic induced. Wnether or not the generator is attached to the footing will affect these numbers.
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
RE: Geo/structural
overturning moment is less than resisting moment(divided by safety factor of 1.5)
Sliding force is less than base friction plus passive resistance (both divided by factor of safety).
The analysis of these two is exactly the same as that for a retaining wall (I suggest you google it).
RE: Geo/structural
RE: Geo/structural
RE: Geo/structural
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
RE: Geo/structural
I would guess that the Canadian code has something similar.