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PileLAT Version 2.3.2 Release
We are pleased to announce that PileLAT Version 2.3.2 is released with the following improvements and updates: Version 2.3.2 - February...
Feb 9, 2022
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A case study for laterally loaded piles in c-phi soils using the PileLAT program
This blog documents a case study for laterally loaded piles in soils with both cohesion and friction (c-phi soils) using the PileLAT program
Oct 5, 2021
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Matlock soft clay p-y curve model for laterally loaded piles
Matlock (1970) proposed p-y curve model for soft clay under both static and cyclic loading conditions. The following figures show the...
Sep 23, 2021
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PileLAT Version 2.3.1 Release
We are pleased to announce that PileLAT Version 2.3.1 has been released with the following improvements and updates.
Sep 17, 2021
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P-y curves of weak carbonate rock - Abbs (1983)
P-y curve model for weak carbonate rock proposed by Abbs (1983)
Aug 29, 2021
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P-y curve model of liquefied sand - Rollins et al. (2005)
PileLAT program adopts the p-y curve model of liquefied sand recommended in Rollins (2005) based on the full-scale lateral load tests.
Aug 24, 2021
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Start a new analysis for laterally loaded single pile using the PileLAT program
This blog explains how to start a new analysis for laterally loaded single piles using the PileLAT program. Step by step, it demonstrates...
Aug 16, 2021
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Advantages of "consistent" approach over lumped methods for laterally loaded piles
It is common to analyze laterally loaded piles by treating the problem as a beam on an elastic foundation. In general, the finite element me
Nov 1, 2018
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P-Delta effects of laterally loaded piles under axial loading
Laterally loaded piles under axial loading with considering P-Delta effect. The lateral displacement of pile foundation often shall be check
Oct 28, 2017
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Salt Lake City Single Pile Lateral Load Test - Case Study with Using PileLAT Program
This blog presents a case study with using PileLAT program for a pile lateral load test carried out in Salt Lake City in 2003. Figure 1...
Mar 9, 2017
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Single Piles and Pile Groups under General Loading
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