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Increament of pile capacity for short-term loads

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Okiryu

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Hi,

When an increase of 1/3 of the allowable capacity for short-term loads (earthquake, wind) is allowed, this increase can be applicable to both shallow and deep foundations? I normally see this increament applying for shallow foundations, but for piles, is this also applicable?

 
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