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3 cards from this section. Quick, good the night before a test.
What is the primary function of end bearing piles?
Think about where the load needs to go in weak soil.
Name one material used for end bearing piles.
Consider the types we've talked about.
What type of pile is designed to transfer loads to a hard stratum?
Consider which pile type is focused on the ground below.
True or False: Friction piles only transfer load through the tip.
Reflect on how each pile transfers load.
Analyze a construction scenario where soil tests indicate a mixture of loose silt and dense gravel. Which type of pile would you recommend and why?
Consider where stable soil is present.
An engineer is tasked with reducing the disturbance caused during the installation of deep foundations. Describe methods they might use and discuss their implications.
Reflect on techniques that prioritize protection of existing soil.
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