1. Definitions specific to shallow foundations

1.1 Normative context

Within the Eurocodes body of standards, several refer to shallow foundations and their dimensioning.

Eurocode 7 (NF EN 1997-1) covers the design of geotechnical structures. In this context, NF P 94-261 is the application standard for shallow foundations. It should also be noted that NF P 94-281 deals with weight retaining walls, and includes a section devoted to surface foundations in this more specific case.

Eurocode 8 deals with the design of structures for their resistance to earthquakes, and in particular Part 5 (NF EN 1998-5) which, among other things, deals with shallow foundations under seismic loads.

These documents have replaced the older DTU13.12 for superficial foundations of buildings...

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Bibliography

(1) - CEREMA - Guide méthodologique Eurocode 7 – Application aux fondations superficielles (NF P 94-261). - Collection référence Cerema (2015).
(2) - Comité Français des Barrages et Réservoirs (CFBR) - . – Recommandations pour la justification de la...

Standards and norms

AFNOR Eurocode 7: Geotechnical design – Part 1: General rules. - NF EN 1997-1 - juin 2005
AFNOR Eurocode 7: Geotechnical design – Part 2: Site reconnaissance and testing. - NF EN 1997-2 - septembre 2007
AFNOR Justification of geotechnical works – Eurocode 7 national application standard – Surface foundations. - NF P 94-261 - juin 2013
AFNOR Justification of geotechnical works – Eurocode 7 national...

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