Title:
Design of Reinforcement for Pile Caps
Author(s):
Tadeusz Granosik
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
39
Issue:
7
Appears on pages(s):
37-39
Keywords:
compression, force, load, column
DOI:
10.14359/51700884
Date:
7/1/2017
Abstract:
Foundations supporting pipe racks and open frame structures used in the petrochemical industry are often subjected to uplift forces. Simplified strut-and-tie models suitable for reinforcement design for pile caps subjected to axial tension or bending moment are presented. Models include the most common configurations of pile caps currently used—pile caps supported by two and four piles.
Related References:
1. Mitchell, D.; Collins, M.P.; Shrinivas, B.B.; and Rabbat, B.G., “AASHTO LRFD Strut-and-Tie Model, Design Examples,” EB 231, Portland Cement Association, Skokie, IL, 2004, 58 pp.
2. Widianto, and Bayrak, O., “Example 11: Deep Pile Cap with Tension Piles,” Further Examples for the Design of Structural Concrete with Strut-and-Tie Models, SP-273, K.-H. Reineck and L.C. Novak, eds., American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2010, pp. 11-1 to 11-23.