I'm not sure why the piles are needed, beyond the fact its what the boss wants.
I'm assuming it would be safe to design the bulkhead as a tiebacked system ignoring rowe-reduction because of the added stiffness of the piles. My theory is, if it works for without the reduction the piles will...
We're not sure what type of material to use for the sheeting currently. We're looking at corogated vinyl or reinforced polymer depending upon loads.
The design is for the replacement of a currently failing bulkhead. The 8" dia piles are 8' o.c. with wales tied in that are 5' from the top...
Hey All,
I'm a first time poster and beginning engineer. I was hoping to find someone with expertise in bulkhead design to review my methodology and to answer some questions on my design of a navy style bulkhead.
I've been tasked with design of a navy style bulkhead (8" dia piles spaced 4'...
