Green's Function Implementation for Pile Analysis
Publication: Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 113, Issue 4
Abstract
Green's functions are key elements in boundary element formulations. This paper describes the implementation of an approximate, layer‐stiffness‐based Green's function in a boundary element analysis of harmonically loaded pile groups embedded in a nonhomogeneous medium. Two separate problems are addressed: the optimum layer discretization appropriate for the analysis of pile foundations and the depth of soil stratum required for simulating a half‐space. Validity is established by comparisons with previously published static and dynamic solutions. The implementation described allows the boundary element formulation to be extended to applications that have hitherto proved intractable.
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Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 113 • Issue 4 • April 1987
Pages: 594 - 609
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Published online: Apr 1, 1987
Published in print: Apr 1987
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