Dynamic Pile Driving Formulas

A Wide Range of Formulas

Definitions of terms given after the concluding page

Dynamic Pile Driving Formulas

Gates (as modified by FHWA)
RN = 1.75[(E)^0.5][log10(N)] - 100

RN in kips
E in ft-lbs
N is number of blows for 1 inch drive
For allowable, suggested to use at least FS=2.5
and 3 in ground not well known.
Suggest that you follow the English units, then convert to
SI.

Dynamic Pile Driving Formulas

How to
measure the
set:
The proper
way
The quick
and dirty
way

Dynamic Pile Driving Formulas

SF = 2
SF = 3

Dynamic Pile Driving Formulas

Pile driving formulas are looked on by
purists as the N value is. Most do not
suggest its use believing that CAPWAP
is better and it appears to be so, but . . .
When driving piles, it is sure a good way to
confirm, quickly, that things are as they
should be.

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