Efficient Design Tool for Innovative Post

Sound walls are a common solution used to minimize irritating sounds in buildings and sensitive areas. Instead of using drilled shafts. An innovative foundation system for sound walls termed innovative post (steel foundation) has been developed by Atlantic Industries Limited (AIL). Steel piles can be rapidly deployed and put to use swiftly. The purpose of this research program is to establish an efficient design tool for the Innovative Post. Advanced numerical models will be developed to simulate the innovative post under wind loads. The numerical models will be calibrated utilizing the results from experimental tests conducted by AIL and Western University. The numerical models will then be employed to conduct a parametric study to evaluate the performance of the Innovative Post with different configurations and installed in different ground conditions. In addition, a simplified, yet reliable, design methodology will be developed using the commercial program L-Pile.

Faculty Supervisor:

Hesham El Naggar

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Partner:

Atlantic Industries Limited (ON)

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

The University of Western Ontario

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