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Lateral Strength and Stiffness of Post and Pier Foundations

Published by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers, St. Joseph, Michigan www.asabe.org

Citation:  2015 ASABE Annual International Meeting  152190408.(doi:10.13031/aim.20152190408)
Authors:   David R Bohnhoff
Keywords:   foundation, post foundation, pier, post-frame, pole frame, posts, soil strength.

Abstract. The latest version of ASABE‘s shallow post and pier foundation design standard (ANSI/ASAE EP486.2) contains new procedures for determining the ultimate bearing, uplift and lateral strength capacities of the foundations. Presented in this paper are the theories and assumptions inherent in development of equations and methods for determining lateral movement and the ultimate lateral strength capacity of embedded piers and posts. Also presented are design examples and recommendations for adjustments to the recently completed standard.

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