Mat Foundation Design
Mat Foundation Design
(OP)
I have been provided a finite element analysis for a small mat foundation say 100ft x 25ft. The analysis indicates imposed stresses will typically be about 500 to 1000 psf over about 80-90 percent of the mat. At two locations, these stresses go up to about 2500 psf.
Should the design be based on an allowable bearing of 2,500 minimum or is there an averaging effect that should be considered??
I'm interested in approach, not necessarily solution to problem above.
Should the design be based on an allowable bearing of 2,500 minimum or is there an averaging effect that should be considered??
I'm interested in approach, not necessarily solution to problem above.





RE: Mat Foundation Design
RE: Mat Foundation Design
Arguing with an engineer is like wrestling with a pig in mud. After a while you realize that they like it
RE: Mat Foundation Design
Michael.
Timing has a lot to do with the outcome of a rain dance.
RE: Mat Foundation Design
For 1 m2 you could probably average it out, for 10 m2 probably not.
RE: Mat Foundation Design