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Design and Construction of Frost-Protected Shallow Foundations

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Abstract

  • This standard addresses the design and construction of frost-protected shallow foundations in areas subject to seasonal ground freezing. Foundation insulation requirements to protect heated and unheated buildings from frost heave are presented in easy-to-follow steps with reference to design tables, climate maps, and other necessary data to furnish a complete frost-protection design. The advantages of this technology include improved construction efficiency over conventional practices, increased energy efficiency, minimized site disturbance, and enhanced frost protection. A commentary is included to provided background information and important technical insights.

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Front Matter
i–v
    Chapter 1 Scope and Limitations
    1–1
    Chapter 2 References
    1–1
    Chapter 3 Symbols, Units, and Definitions
    1–3
    Chapter 4 Design Principles
    3–4
    Chapter 5 Simplified FPSF Design Method for Heated Buildings with Slab-On-Ground Foundations
    4–6
    Chapter 6 FPSF Design Method for Heated Buildings
    6–8
    Chapter 7 FPSF Design Method for Unheated Buildings
    8–11
    Chapter 8 Special Design Conditions for FPSF
    11–14
    Appendix A Design Data
    15–24
    Commentary
    25–34
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    Index
    35–36
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