P-y curve model of weak rock - Reese (1997)
P-Y curves for weak rock in the PileLAT program are calculated using the method proposed by Reese (1997) and shown in the figure below.
Pile length variation analysis tool in PileLAT
This blog introduces a very useful tool for pile length variation analysis available in our PileLAT program for laterally loaded piles. When
PileLAT Version 2.3.2 Release
We are pleased to announce that PileLAT Version 2.3.2 is released with the following improvements and updates: Version 2.3.2 - February...
A case study for laterally loaded piles in c-phi soils using the PileLAT program
This blog documents a case study for laterally loaded piles in soils with both cohesion and friction (c-phi soils) using the PileLAT program
Matlock soft clay p-y curve model for laterally loaded piles
Matlock (1970) proposed p-y curve model for soft clay under both static and cyclic loading conditions. The following figures show the...
PileLAT Version 2.3.1 Release
We are pleased to announce that PileLAT Version 2.3.1 has been released with the following improvements and updates.
P-y curves of weak carbonate rock - Abbs (1984)
P-y curve model for weak carbonate rock proposed by Abbs (1983)
P-y curve model of liquefied sand - Rollins et al. (2005)
PileLAT program adopts the p-y curve model of liquefied sand recommended in Rollins (2005) based on the full-scale lateral load tests.
Start a new analysis for laterally loaded single pile using the PileLAT program
This blog explains how to start a new analysis for laterally loaded single piles using the PileLAT program. Step by step, it demonstrates...
Advantages of "consistent" approach over lumped methods for laterally loaded piles
It is common to analyze laterally loaded piles by treating the problem as a beam on an elastic foundation. In general, the finite element me
