Methods of calculation (Foundation)

Last modified by Fredrik Lagerström on 2021/06/03 14:15

The description of the calculation methods doesn’t claim to in detail reflect the program flow, but serves to give sufficient information on how the result of the calculation has been retrieved.

Basis of geotechnical design

According to EN 1997-1 2.1 to establish geotechnical design requirements, three Geotechnical Categories 1, 2 and 3 may be introduced. Spread foundations comply with Geotechnical Category 2.

Geotechnical design by calculation

Bearing resistance

Overturning

Sliding

Concrete design

Settlements