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POUTRE SOUS MUR PORTEUR [1 record]

Record 1 2011-10-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Deep Foundations
DEF

A reinforced concrete beam, usually at ground level, which provides support for the walls of a building. The beam may be in contact with the earth but it is supported by footings, piers, or caissons.

CONT

The piers are attached to grade beams of reinforced concrete that, in turn, support the entire structure, including the ground floor.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Fondations profondes
OBS

(...) la liaison des têtes de pieux ou de puits est plus ou moins indispensable et peut prendre deux formes essentielles : - Sous murs porteurs continus. Le sol en surface étant par définition inapte à les recevoir, les pieux ou puits sont reliés par de véritables poutres en béton armé, constituant un appui continu pour les murs. (...) - Sous poteaux.

Spanish

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