Research Article
Dec 1975
Bearing Capacity Tests on Reinforced Earth Slabs
Publication: Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 101, Issue 12
Abstract
Results are presented for some 65 bearing capacity tests using a 3-in. (75-mm) wide strip footing on sand reinforced with strips of aluminum foil. Three foundation conditions are considered: (1) Uniform density sand to large depth; (2) sand overlying an extensive soft layer; and (3) sand overlying a potential cavern or localized weak pocket. The vertical spacing and concentration of reinforcing layers were varied to obtain the optimum arrangement for each condition. The data show that considerable benefit may be obtained in both load settlement and ultimate bearing capacity by use of a modest amount of reinforcing.
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Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 101 • Issue 12 • December 1975
Pages: 1241 - 1255
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© 1975 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Feb 10, 2021
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Jean Binquet, AM.ASCE
Soil Engr., Coyne et Bellier, Paris, France, formerly, Grad. Student, Univ. of California, Los Angeles, Calif
Kenneth L. Lee, M.ASCE
Assoc. Prof., School of Engrg. and Applied Science, Univ. of California, Los Angeles, Calif
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