CRC Press - Piles and Pile Foundations - Engineering Book

Piles and Pile Foundations by CRC Press provides a deep look into the evolving methods used for designing piled foundations. While traditional capacity-based approaches remain the standard for most codes of practice, this text addresses the recent developments in the field. Readers will find detailed information on the analysis of pile groups and piled rafts. The content covers how new research has helped clarify the mechanisms of interaction between piles, soil, and rafts or caps. This is particularly important for large piled rafts, where design often shifts toward serviceability criteria. By focusing on the limitations of absolute and differential settlement, this book helps professionals navigate the complexities of modern foundation design. It serves as a valuable resource for those studying or working in structural engineering and architecture, bridging the gap between empirical methods and modern research-driven analysis.