In analyzing laterally loaded piles, how does F.S. is applied in the design? Is F.S. applied to k value in input data for P-y analysis (e.g. LPILE) or to output values (e.g. Moment or Deflection)? In addition, how much F.S. is generally used for the analysis? Thanks!
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Factor of Safety on Laterally Loaded Pile Analysis
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THe safety factor gets to the design by:
1. Setting deflection limit (may results in lager pile diameter).
2. Increase pile length to assure fixity.
3. Setting stress limits (shear, moment), this is usually through safety factors built-into the design method.
1. Setting deflection limit (may results in lager pile diameter).
2. Increase pile length to assure fixity.
3. Setting stress limits (shear, moment), this is usually through safety factors built-into the design method.
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