Bearing Capacity of Shallow Foundations and Piles
Abstract
Shallow foundations are comprised of footings and rafts, while the deep foundations include piles that are used when the soil near the ground surface has not adequate strength to stand the applied loading.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Mechanics
Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Stabilization
Geotechnical and construction materials studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 409–452
- Publication date
- 4 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter