As a deep foundation system, caisson has some advantages and disadvantages. Before selecting caisson foundation for a project, one must know the advantages and disadvantages. The major advantages and…

Pile foundation is one of the most popular choices for heavy loaded structures and in cases where poor soil conditions are found at a shallow depth. But pile foundations may fail due to different reas…

There are several types of pile foundation available to use for a particular project. Few factors influence the selection of a particular type of pile foundation. These factors are noted below-

1. Type…

Foundations provide support to the structure and transfer the loads from the structure to the soil. However, the layer at which the foundation transfers the load shall have an adequate bearing capacit…

Pile foundation is a type of deep foundation. It transfers the load of the superstructure to the desired depth into the soil. Typically pile foundation is made of concrete and steel.

Pile foundation…