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Foundation Types and Settlement Issues by Sharjeel Ali is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses different types of foundations for buildings. It describes shallow foundations, which are used when surface soils can support loads and are less than 3 meters deep, such as spread footings, strip footings, and raft foundations. Deep foundations that transmit loads deeper are needed for weak soils and include piles, caissons, and piers. Foundations must minimize differential settlement to prevent structural damage from uneven sinking of the building.
- Author
- Sharjeel Ali
- Language
- EN