Deep Foundations
Transmitting complete deep foundation project files that include details on site conditions using current methods can be described at best as a not-so-straightforward task. Extending the DIGGS schema (version 2.5.a as of this writing) to include deep foundation data will enable transmitting complete records in a single file.
We invite all interested individuals to offer suggestions on what pile properties should be captured along with testing and installation methods and data. Please navigate here and create a new ticket with your comments.
This page will present details on the methods and properties that have been identified and examples of implementation in the DIGGS schema.
The effort to extend the schema is based on best practices, experience with various load test databases and input from deep foundation experts.
Work is already underway for DIGGS 2.6 to accommodate rock grouting data. It is possible that 2.6 will also handle deep foundation data but this might be pushed to 2.7. As a first step, an exhaustive search has been performed for the necessary properties that should be included in the schema. These are grouped into four categories as shown below; physical properties, installation methods/data, testing methods/data and capacities.
Working document for definitions is hosted here and the high-level diagram is located here.
The search for properties to be added to the DIGGS schema included publicly available load test databases, private load test databases, publications and input from industry experts, and is still ongoing. If you have identified any missing values from this list, please navigate here and create a new ticket with your comments. A lot of the properties and many schematics are derived from the doctoral dissertation, Machairas, N. (2020). "Assessment of Pile Design Methods Using Advanced Data Analytics".
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