Analysis and design of secant piles

Abstract

In the recent years it has been observed that structures in urban areas has been facing problem due to unavailability of space. Therefore it is necessary of providing space for parking, public amenities etc in multi-storied building which needs to go deep excavation into ground for foundation of high rise buildings and infra structure projects. Deep excavations are supported by system like conventional retaining walls, sheet pile walls, braced walls, diaphragm walls and pile walls. The conditions of subsoil, the safety of neighboring structures, ground water regime,z imitation of vibration and noise caused by construction must all be considered for choice of an appropriate support system. Keywords: deep excavation, secant pile, .