Kikflip Thank you for your response
I dont need to worry about the grade beam this is an existing structure foundation that i am analyzing. If i apply the pmax to one pile at the corner it exceeds pile capacity therefore i am trying to use springs for all piles or at least some to distribute...
Hi,
Attached is a foundation plan for grade beam which is supported by piles. You will see the the column load ( Pmax) lines with center of one the piles at Section A. I am trying to take the advantage of 3 ft thick grade beam and use springs for pile supports. Instead of applying 100 % of the...