STATIC AND DYNAMIC LATERAL LOADING OF PILE GROUPS

Abstract

This report contains the findings of a study to develop and validate an improved design method for pile groups under static and dynamic lateral loads. The report includes recommendations for estimating the distribution of load to piles in a group and provides guidance on analytical methods for predicting dynamic response. The material in this report will be of immediate interest to bridge engineers and geotechnical engineers involved in designing pile and drilled shaft foundations to resist lateral loads.