Earth embankment construction leads to (lateral) displacements in the
foundation soil to some distance from the toe of the embankment. Such
displacements are typically calculated using for example elastic or FE
analysis.
To what extent could these displacements be tolerated by the surrounding
structures?
Are there any information/ guidelines on (tolerable) lateral displacements
on neighbouring structures? Of particular interest are limits applicable to
historic structures resting on shallow foundations or wooden piles,
sometimes with shallow masonry basements.
U.F.A. Karim
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