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Foundation
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Foundation
Functions of a foundation
- -transmit building loads directly to the earth -limit the amount of settlement of the building -provide a level platform for building -anchor structure against wind -resist pressure imposed by surrounding soil.
Different types of foundation
Suitable foundation types for different soils
Diagrams for foundation instalments
Keywords
- Foundation= Settlement = Bulb of pressure= Strip foundation= Raft foundation= Pile foundation= Profile boards= Reinforcement= Rebar chairs= Screeding=
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- Leaving Certificate Construction Studies Mind Map on Foundation, created by Margaret Cleary on 30/09/2025.
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