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Chapter 12, Problem 12.6P
Determine the maximum load that can be allowed on a 450 mm diameter driven pile shown in Figure P12.6, allowing a factor of safety of 3. Use K = 1.5 Ko and δ′ = 0.65ϕ′ in computing the shaft load. Use Meyerhof’s method for computing the point load.
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Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)
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