Evaluation of Design Methods for Vertical Anchor Plates
Publication: Journal of Geotechnical Engineering
Volume 111, Issue 4
Abstract
Design methods for vertical anchors subjected to horizontal pullout forces are reviewed. Theoretical predictions are compared with results from conventional tests on 2 in. (50 mm) models and centrifugal tests representing 39.4 (1 m) prototypes in dense sand. Good agreement is found between force coefficients from theories for 39.4 in. (1 m) anchors, provided a mobilized friction angle in the mass is used in the analyses. A lack of consistent agreement for 2 in. (50 mm) anchors is attributed to inherent difficulties in obtaining reliable data for small models at low stress levels. Anchor geometry is adequately accounted for by a theoretical shape factor derived by the writers.
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Journal of Geotechnical Engineering
Volume 111 • Issue 4 • April 1985
Pages: 500 - 520
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