A Parametric Study of Piled Raft Foundation in Clay Subjected to Concentrated Loading

The use of piled raft foundation in building and infrastructure constructions is increasingly popular because its effectiveness reducing overall differential settlements. Parameters influencing the performance need to be comprehended order optimize design system. Most current available literature focused on subjected a uniform distributed load sandy material. This parametric study aims provide insights into foundations concentrated loading clay. A series 2D finite element analyses were performed investigate parameters affecting distribution settlement behaviour raft. results suggested that increases both pile length thickness, as well decrease spacing would reduce Comparatively, thickness was most significant controlling parameter settlement. also revealed importance placing nearer location it yield more distribution, hence lower