friction piles

A form of friction pile — A type of understructural element used to support a superstructure (ie. building and basement foundation slab), where a long pole buried vertically in the ground relies on friction with the ground to prevent sinking, supporting the heavy superstructure above, when used in groups as a pile foundation.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of friction pile
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