Finite Element Analysis of Spread Footing Near Slops

Abstract

In this project the analysis of spread footing rested on the sand near the slope was conducted. The distances from the edge of the slope are considered variable started from 0.5m and limited to 4.5m. The applied loads on the footing are 100,200,300 and 400 kN. The related vertical and horizontal displacement were recorded on a point at the edge of the slope after finishing the analysis. The properties of the sand complied with actual soil investigation in a particular location in Al-Samawa city. The project was conducted to explain the effect of the slope on the bearing capacity up to the spread footing. The Analysis was achieved using 2D plaxis program Version 8 using large boundary conditions. The results showed that the vertical and horizontal displacements reduced when the distance from the edge of the slope Introduction.