04-17-2014, 09:11 AM
The foundation system for a building is the critical link in the transmission of building loads from superstructure to ground.
A foundation is provided for the following purposes:
To distribute the total load coming on the structure on a larger area.
To support the structures.
To give enough stability to the structures against various disturbing forces, such as wind and rain.
To prepare a level surface for concreting and masonry work.
Types :
Strip Foundation
![[Image: strip1.jpg]](http://www.frontdesk.co.in/big/bc/strip1.jpg)
Pad Foundation
![[Image: pad2.jpg]](http://www.frontdesk.co.in/big/bc/pad2.jpg)
Pile and Beam Foundation
![[Image: pile3.jpg]](http://www.frontdesk.co.in/big/bc/pile3.jpg)
Raft Foundation
A foundation is provided for the following purposes:
To distribute the total load coming on the structure on a larger area.
To support the structures.
To give enough stability to the structures against various disturbing forces, such as wind and rain.
To prepare a level surface for concreting and masonry work.
Types :
Strip Foundation
![[Image: strip1.jpg]](http://www.frontdesk.co.in/big/bc/strip1.jpg)
Pad Foundation
![[Image: pad2.jpg]](http://www.frontdesk.co.in/big/bc/pad2.jpg)
- Reinforced Concrete
- Grillage
Pile and Beam Foundation
![[Image: pile3.jpg]](http://www.frontdesk.co.in/big/bc/pile3.jpg)
Raft Foundation
![[Image: raft.jpg]](http://www.frontdesk.co.in/big/bc/raft.jpg)