Year: 2025 | Month: November | Volume: 12 | Issue: 11 | Pages: 520-537
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijrr.20251154
Soil-Structure Interaction and Pile Response Under Axial and Lateral Loads: A Review
Cheikh Ibrahima TINE1, Oustasse Abdoulaye SALL1
1Department of Civil Engineering, UFR SI- Iba Der THIAM University of Thies, Thiès, SENEGAL
Corresponding Author: Cheikh Ibrahima Tine
ABSTRACT
This article explores in depth study of the behavior of piles used as deep foundations and highlights the importance of considering soil-pile interaction when the pile is subjected to axial or lateral loads. This literature review provides a summary of knowledge on pile characterization, with an emphasis on the phenomenon of soil-pile interaction. It emphasizes the importance of accurate modeling of the soil-pile interface to predict displacements, settlements, and deflections, which are essential to the stability and durability of structures. The methods presented include classical theoretical approaches, in situ loading tests, and advanced numerical techniques, including finite element modeling. Reference standards and models, such as NF P 94-262, the Frank and Zhao (1982) model for axial settlement, and the Winkler (1867) method for lateral behavior, are discussed. The methodologies presented for calculating pile displacement and the results obtained demonstrate the necessity and importance of accurately characterizing soils through in situ tests, which are more representative than laboratory tests. The article highlights the crucial role of soil type and stiffness, pile type, and the presence of loads (axial or lateral) on pile response. Finally, it proposes perspectives such as the use of numerical calculation for a more in-depth study simultaneously integrating soil and pile parameters in order to optimize the dimensioning and design of deep foundations.
Keywords: Soil-pile interaction, Deep foundations, Pile behavior, Settlement, Deflection, Axial and Lateral loads, Numerical modeling, Finite elements.
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