Sand
The following material properties need to be defined (Reese et al., 1974):
- Friction Angle
- kpy - Refer to Theory Manual for further description. Typical values are provided below.
The diameter of the pile and depth into the soil has a direct impact as well. See the Lateral Pile Theory Manual for more information.
p-y curve for Sand
REPRESENTATIVE VALUES OF KPY FOR SUBMERGED SAND
Relative Density | Loose | Medium | Dense |
Recommended kpy (MN/m3) | 5.4 | 16.3 | 34 |
REPRESENTATIVE VALUES OF KPY FOR SAND ABOVE THE WATER TABLE
Relative Density | Loose | Medium | Dense |
Recommended kpy (MN/m3) | 6.8 | 24.4 | 61 |
For more information, see the Lateral Analysis Theory Manual.