Practice - Lecture-16: Piles and Pile Driving Equipment (Part 1)
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Practice Questions
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What is a sheet pile used for?
💡 Hint: Think of construction sites with water.
Describe the purpose of a friction pile.
💡 Hint: Consider how friction works in everyday life.
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What type of pile acts as a barrier for excavation?
💡 Hint: Think of where these would be typically used.
True or False: Friction piles depend solely on the tip resistance to carry loads.
💡 Hint: Consider how friction works in construction.
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Analyze a case where a new high-rise building is to be constructed on a soft, borehole-sampled site. Propose the pile systems that should be used, considering soil characteristics.
💡 Hint: Remember to justify your choice based on load transfer mechanisms.
Given a situation where fluctuating water levels are an issue, create a design that balances the use of sheet and end bearing piles while maintaining stability.
💡 Hint: Think about how sheet piles interact with water and excavation stability.
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