Some numerical experiments with a three dimensional finite element model of a laterally loaded pile

This paper describes the results of several numerical experiments performed with a three dimensional finite element model of a laterally loaded pile. The experiments are used to investigate the effect of several factors on the p-y curves derived from the model. The three dimensional finite element model utilizes a plasticity model for soil with interface elements which allow gap formation; the model has been described by Brown and Shie (1). P-y...