Geometry

The "Geometry" frame allows for specifying the foundation shape. The selected shape with graphic hint ("Geometry scheme") of inputted values is displayed in the left part of the frame. The values can be edited either in the frame by inserting values into input fields, or on the desktop with the help of active dimensions.

Foundation type and its thickness are specified in the "Foundation"frame.

The program automatically computes the self weight of both foundation and overburden above the foundation. The foundation self weight is specified in the "Material" frame. Providing the analysis is carried out employing the theory of limit states the footing self weight is multiplied by coefficients specified in the "Settings" frame.

The program makes it possible to export the geometry of a structure in the *.DXF format.

Frame "Geometry"

The "Dimensions design" button opens the "Foundation dimensions design" that serves with the help of  the program to compute dimensions of a foundation. The dialog window allows for inputting the bearing capacity of foundation soil R_d or to select the option "Analyze". In such a case the program determines all dimensions of a foundation based on inputted parameters (soils, profile, water impact, send-gravel-cushion, setting, etc.).

While leaving the dialog window by pressing the "OK" button the specified dimensions are loaded into the "Geometry" frame.

Dialog window "Foundation dimensions design"