RCDC FE Raft Foundation & Pile Raft
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This video features the design of Raft (Mat) foundations and Pile Raft:
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RE: Hydrostatic Slab in RAM Concept
I would design it all as a single mat/raft with thickened areas under the columns (if you need them - make sure you check punching shear). Model the column and wall foundation loads as loads on the slab. And model the hydrostatic uplift as a uniform load…
RE: Hydrostatic Slab in RAM Concept
Hi Alex,
Here's my understanding of the situation:
There's about 300psf hydrostatic uplift on the slab, which is fairly constant (and much greater than the slab dead and live load)
The total column and wall loads far exceed the total hydrostatic…
RAM Concept
Structural analysis and design of slabs
RAM Conce pt is a software application for the structural analysis and design of conventionally reinforced and post-tensioned concrete floors, mats, and rafts. RAM Conce pt contains an advanced feature set that…