FOUNDATION

Definition / Function : A part of the structure which is in direct contact with the
soil to which the loads are transmitted
Types of loads on foundations: Dead, live, wind, inclined thrusts and
uplift, water table and earthquake forces

Types of settlements: Uniform and differential

NO SETTLEMENT TOTAL SETTLEMENT DIFFERENTIAL SETTLEMENT

Parts of a foundation

Column stump

Footing

Superstructure

Substructure

Foundation
FACTORS INFLUENCING FOUNDATION DESIGN
FOUNDATION LOADS PRIMARY FACTORS AFFECTING
FOUNDATION CHOICE
Dead Load
Live Load Subsurface soil
Wind Load Ground water conditions
Horizontal Pressures Below Grade
Structural Member Forces
Structural requirements
Uplift
Earthquake

SECONDARY FACTORS AFFECTING

FOUNDATION CHOICE
Construction access, methods & site conditions
Environmental factors
Building Codes & Regulations
Impact on surrounding structures
Construction schedule
Construction risks