Design of foundations against differential settlement

The serviceability limit state (SLS) design of foundations typically proceeds by limiting the total settlement individual and thereby attempting to restrict differential between pairs foundations. Due uncertain nature supporting ground, magnitude are random. As it is often that governs serviceability, desirable provide requirements suitably settlements. This paper investigates, Monte Carlo simulation, distribution maximum as a function spacing number — groups four, nine, or 16 foundations, arranged on grid considered. effects correlations equivalent stiffness ground under each foundation, well loads applied settlements angular distortions investigated. Ratios resistance factor bias presented can be used calibrate also simultaneously achieve acceptable performance with respect distortion.