Abstract
Representative interpretation criteria are examined in detail to evaluate the lateral response of drilled shaft foundations in gravels. A database of field lateral load tests is used for the analysis. The representative criteria are subdivided into absolute displacement, displacement as a function of shaft diameter, rotation limit, mathematical model, and graphical construction method. Comparison of these criteria shows that the initial elastic region ends at approximately 3–5 mm, 0.50 %B, and 0.08° rotation, which represent the serviceability limit state. The final region begins at about 25 mm, 2.5 %B, and 0.33° rotation, which represent the ultimate limit state. The graphical construction methods, QL and QS&W, are located within the transition region of the curve. Among these criteria, the displacement limits, QL, and QS&W methods demonstrate more reliable results. The typical load–displacement curves for lateral capacity in gravels are developed for engineering practical use. Further, recommendations for the use of these interpretation criteria are also given.
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