Design Methodologies for MSE Walls

Peter Wu

In the proceedings of: GeoVancouver 2016: 69th Canadian Geotechnical Conference

Session: FOUNDATION DESIGN - I Retaining Walls & Spread Footings

ABSTRACT: With an increase in the number and types of MSE walls systems and also with recent promotion of alternate Design Methodologies and Philosophies we feel it is time to review the basic Design Methodologies that the MSE walls were originally based on and explain why we feel it is important to adhere to these tried and true approaches that have provided owners with safe and durable structures for the past 50 years. This paper will review the important items involved in a prudent design including, Coherent Gravity Design Method, t, Failure Modes, and Local Equilibrium approaches.

RÉSUMÉ: faire la revue de la méthodologie de conception de base sur laquelle les murs TSM ont été originalement conçus et expliquer structures sécuritaires et durable ces 50 dernières années. Cet article revoit les éléments importants à considérer dans une conception sécuritaire incluant, la méthode de conception « Coherent gravity », concept de « fin de vie », importance des codes de conception, combinaisons de charges, évaluation

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Peter Wu (2016) Design Methodologies for MSE Walls in GEO2016. Ottawa, Ontario: Canadian Geotechnical Society.

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