Designing Ground Beams for Structural Performance
Ground beams are designed to safely transfer loads between foundation elements and support the structure above. Their design must consider the loads being applied, the spacing of supporting foundations, and the overall behaviour of the foundation system.
Unlike foundations that rely on continuous ground support, ground beams are typically designed as structural members that span between piles, pile caps, or other load-bearing points. This means they must be capable of resisting bending, shear, and other forces generated by the building.
The structural design process ensures that the ground beam performs as intended throughout the life of the structure while working effectively with the surrounding foundation elements.
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