SR46 Design strength of various house pile foundation systems (1993)
- Abbreviation
- SR046
- Valid from
- 1/01/1993
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited,
- Author
- S. J. Thurston
- Information type
- Study report,
- Format
- PDF,
Description
The assumptions and philosophies used to derive design loads for pile foundations in light timber frame buildings are critically examined. Recommendations on changes to the non-specific design code (NZS 3604) are made. Experimental test results for braced and cantilevered piles are provided. A proposed foundation test and evaluation procedure is also presented. Areas needing additional work are identified.