Soil Dynamics and Special Design Aspects, NAVFAC DM-7.3




1.1 INTRODUCTION

1.1.1 Scope. This handbook is concerned with geotechnical

problems associated with dynamic loads, and with earthquake

related ground motion and soil response induced by earthquake

loads. The dynamic response of foundations and structures

depends on the magnitude, frequency, direction, and location of

the dynamic loads; the geometry of the soil-foundation contact

system; and the dynamic properties of the supporting soils and

structures. Dynamic ground motions considered in this chapter

are those generated from machine foundations and impact loading.

An example calculation of vertical, horizontal, and rocking

motions induced by machinery vibration is included. Soil

compaction resulting from dynamic impact and dynamic response

induced by impact loading on piles are also included. An example

calculation of dynamic compaction procedures for soils and an

example of pile driving analysis are included.


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