What determines the size of the equipment foundation slab, and how is it calculated?
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How should the size of the equipment foundation be calculated?
For the calculation of the equipment foundation pad, first, the loads acting on the equipment as well as the wind loads generated by it are taken into account; the pile foundation is then calculated using standard combinations to determine the size of the foundation pad. Subsequently, calculations are carried out for the foundation pad’s resistance to shear and bending forces, using basic combinations, in order to determine its height and the required reinforcement. Special attention is paid during these calculations to the additional stresses resulting from earthquakes. This post was last edited by alex0913 on 2007-12-2 at 18:23
There are also the design dimensions of the equipment base
In northern regions, the depth of permafrost needs to be taken into account, while in southern regions, the depth of groundwater should be considered: lol
The load-bearing capacity is the main consideration, and the size is slightly larger than that of the equipment.