Bearing pressure of soil from seismic force on column
Bearing pressure of soil from seismic force on column
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I am analyzing an existing building with several steel moment frames, and was wondering how to approach calcing out the pressure on the soil from the seismic forces on the columns. Each moment frame is on a grade beam 16" wide and 1' deep. Say for a 10' high frame with columns spaced 10' apart, the seismic force is 50 kips, which would put 50 kips of tension/ compression at either column. Any input on any example problems or references is appreciated!






RE: Bearing pressure of soil from seismic force on column
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RE: Bearing pressure of soil from seismic force on column
RE: Bearing pressure of soil from seismic force on column
I like to debate structural engineering theory -- a lot. If I challenge you on something, know that I'm doing so because I respect your opinion enough to either change it or adopt it.