Centrifugal model tests on CFG pile-net composite foundation under super-large loads

CFG pile-net composite foundation is widely used to reinforce soft soil foundation. Geotechnical centrifuge model test was carried out to study the deformation and pile-soil stress characteristics of CFG pile-net composite foundation under super large load in the storage yard of a wharf. The foundation, CFG piles, root piles, reinforced cushions, dust nets, track beam foundation and ore loads are simulated. The variation laws of the surface deformations, pore water pressures and loads at the top of the CFG piles and the pile-soil stress ratio of the composite foundation are analyzed under super-large loads. The settlement rate of the composite foundation is within the stability control standard, and the settlement meets the requirements of the storage yard. The horizontal displacements and settlements of the dust net foundation and the track beam foundation are small. The pile-soil stress ratio is 20~36. The test results show that the CFG pile-net composite foundation in the typical zone is stable and safe under the load of 350 kPa, and the foundation reinforcement has achieved the expected effects.