The classification of piles based on different criteria are as follows: 1. Classification Based on Shape of Cross Section 2. Classification Based on Shape of Longitudinal Section 3. Classification Based on Material of Construction 4. Classification Based on Formation 5. Classification Based on Method of Installation 6. Classification Based on Function and a Few Others. 1. Classification Based on Shape [...]
The method of construction of pile foundations depends on the type of pile, whether the pile is a bored pile or a driven pile. Method # 1. Bored Pile: In the case of a bored pile, a circular hole is drilled into the soil/rock up to the required depth, with the help of rotary or percussion drilling tools, similar to [...]
Under-ream piles are commonly used in India especially as a solution for structures in black cotton soil regions. Objective and Applications of Under-Ream Pile Foundations: Under-reamed pile foundations are bored cast in-situ concrete piles with one or more bulbs or under-reams. The bulb is formed by enlarging the stem of the pile near the bottom in a double conical shape, [...]