Modeling MAT Foundation
Modeling MAT Foundation
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Hi all
i use some FEM programms for solving MAt Foundation by making Plate (shell Elements)and assigining K spring.
now i have a RC MAT foundation under it there is PC with thickness 60 cm and the MAT thickness is 150 cm.
i decided to Model Only the RC MAT but i want to know how can i get the value of K srping taking in consideration the existance of PC between the MAT and the Soil?
Thanks all
i use some FEM programms for solving MAt Foundation by making Plate (shell Elements)and assigining K spring.
now i have a RC MAT foundation under it there is PC with thickness 60 cm and the MAT thickness is 150 cm.
i decided to Model Only the RC MAT but i want to know how can i get the value of K srping taking in consideration the existance of PC between the MAT and the Soil?
Thanks all






RE: Modeling MAT Foundation
Go to http://www.reiworld.com/Search.asp?id=SP-2004 for more info on the process. I am not sure how other FEM programs do it (or if they do).
RE: Modeling MAT Foundation
RE: Modeling MAT Foundation
if i do not have plate loading test in soil report. would i use the allowable bearing capacity multiplied by maximum allowable settelment to get the modulus of sub-grade?
RE: Modeling MAT Foundation
Thanks for appreciation.
RE: Modeling MAT Foundation
Don't guess. The reputation you ruin will likely be your own.
Please see FAQ731-376 for great suggestions on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips Fora. See FAQ158-922 for recommendations regarding the question, "How Do You Evaluate Fill Settlement Beneath Structures?"