Raft Foundation اللبشة
Definition
A single concrete base under the whole building spreading the loads over a wider area, chosen when isolated footings come close together or the bearing soil is weak.
Example
A 1.2 m thick raft for a residential tower.
Where it is used
Heavy loads and medium-strength soils.
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