Description
Book SynopsisA Rapid Load Test (RLT), developed to determine the initial stiffness and bearing capacity, is an economical and practical alternative to a Static Load Test (SLT). The broad application of RLT, however, was hampered by uncertainty about the interpretation of the test results. This book offers clear guidance on the available analysis techniques and their reliability.
The guidelines were related to an international standard that is drawn up by CEN and can be used in two ways:
- Straightforward interpretation of test results, chapters 1-3
- Interpretation with additional background information about the possibilities and limitations, chapters 4-8
The guidelines were drawn up by the Dutch CUR-committee on rapid load testing on piles.
Chapters 1 and 2 deal with the practical execution of the test and the presentation of the results. Chapter 3 gives a general overview of existing interpretation methods and refers to step-by-step descriptions of th
Table of Contents
Preface
Summary
1 Introduction and scope of the guidelines
2 Test execution and test results
3 General overview of interpretation methods
4 Theoretical aspects
5 Interpretation methods
6 Safety approach
7 Special aspects
8 Symbols and definitions
