Document Information

Document Type: FAQ

Product(s): LEAP RCPIER/Substructure

Version(s): All

Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group -VM

QUESTION: For the case of pier columns supported by individual drilled shafts is the shaft treated as part of the column and therefore the P-delta effects are applied in the design of the shaft as well ?

ANSWER:

Yes the shaft is treated as part of the column and the p delta effects are applied in the design of shaft as well.