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 Pile Group

A pile group consists of multiple piles that are arranged together to support a structure or foundation. Piles are long, slender columns typically made from concrete, steel, or timber, and are driven into the ground to transfer the load from the superstructure to deeper, stronger soil layers. A pile group is generally used when a single pile is insufficient to carry the load or when the load distribution needs to be spread over a larger area.

Types of Pile Groups

·        Rectangular Pile Group: The piles are arranged in rows and columns, forming a rectangle or square shape.

·        Circular Pile Group: The piles are arranged in a circular pattern, often used for more uniform load distribution.

·        Linear Pile Group: The piles are arranged in a single line, often used for linear structures.

Efficiency of Pile Groups

The efficiency of pile groups refers to the effectiveness with which the group of piles transfers the applied loads to the soil. In simpler terms, its how well the pile group performs in comparison to the theoretical sum of the capacities of individual piles. Pile group efficiency can be influenced by a variety of factors including pile spacing, type of soil, depth of piles, and load distribution.

Key Factors Affecting Efficiency:

1.      Pile Spacing:

2.      Group Effect

3.      Soil Type

4.      Pile Length and Diameter:

5.      Load Distribution:

6.      Depth of Embedment:

7.      Pile Arrangement