The Texas Quick-Load Method for Foundation Load Testing -User's Manual.

摘要

The Texas State Department of Highways and Public Transportation has developed and implemented a 'quick-load'method for load testing piling and drilled shafts. Using this method a load test can be completed in a relatively short time of one to two hours. On small projects where the time consuming AASHTO test cannot be economically justified,use of this test makes it feasible to use full-scale load tests to verify foundation designs on these jobs. The purpose of the information presented herein is to assist highway engineers in understanding,using,and applying quick-load test methods. Additionally it will provide them with the information necessary to prepare specifications and cost estimates for quick-load testing.