Difference Between Piles, Piers and Caissons
Pile, pier and caisson foundations are three different types of deep foundation used in construction. To choose between these three types of deep foundations a foundation engineer…
Civil Engineering Engineering for Life What is a Pier Foundation? Types, Advantages, Location
A pier foundation is a collection of large diameter cylindrical columns to support the superstructure and transfer large super-imposed loads to the firm strata below. It stood several feet above…
Caisson Foundation - Mechanism, Types, Construction
The word caisson is derived from latin capsa [1] which means box or case.
In Civil Engineering, Caissons denote watertight structures which are constructed in connection with the excavation…
Uses of Caisson Foundation - Geotechnical
Main functions of caisson foundation are given below.
- Caisson is used in building bridge piers as it stays in water almost all the time.
- Caisson is constructed in connection with excavation for…
Advantages & Disadvantages of Caisson Foundation
As a deep foundation system, caisson has some advantages and disadvantages. Before selecting caisson foundation for a project, one must know the advantages and disadvantages. The major advantages…
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