Interference of Symmetrical Footings on Bearing Capacity of Soil

International Journal of Civil Engineering

© 2017 by SSRG - IJCE Journal

Volume 4 Issue 5

Year of Publication : 2017

Authors : Dr.MD.Subhan

10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V4I5P104

How to Cite?

Dr.MD.Subhan, "Interference of Symmetrical Footings on Bearing Capacity of Soil," SSRG International Journal of Civil Engineering, vol. 4,  no. 5, pp. 11-14, 2017. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V4I5P104

Abstract:

Soil Reinforcement is an effective and reliable technique for improving the strength and stability of soil. The reinforced soil or mechanically stabilized earth is a compacted soil fill, strengthened by the inclusion of tensile elements like geogrids, geotextiles, metal bars and strips. It is now well established in heavy construction industry for the construction of structures like retaining walls, embankments over soft soil, steep slopes etc. In the present study, an attempt has been made to model the settlement behaviour of two footings placed with varying spacing on single layered soil deposit. The study revealed the interference affect the ultimate bearing capacity of adjoining footings. The ultimate bearing capacity was found to be influenced by its spacing. The ultimate bearing capacity of footings increased with decrease in spacing between the footings. The settlement of footings due to interference was found to be increased with decrease in spacing.

Keywords:

Interaction, Footing, Interface, Settlement and Bearing Capacity.

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