Chapter 13
Foundation
13.1 PURPOSE OF PROVIDING A FOUNDATION
A foundation is that part of the structure that is in direct contact with the ground. It is that part of the structure that transmits the weight of the structure to the ground. The foundation is, therefore, a connecting link between the structure proper and the ground that supports it. Foundation transfers the load of the structure to the soil below on a large area. It prevents the differential settlement by evenly loading the substrata. Foundations are generally built of bricks, stones, concrete, steel, etc. The selection of the material and type of foundation depends upon the type of the structure above and the underlying soil.
Foundation design must take into account the effects ...
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