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Identify the type of pile.(a) Base driven pile(b) Friction pile(c) Swage pile(d) Button bottom pileI got this question during an interview.This intriguing question originated from Different Types of Pile in chapter Deep Excavations, Pile Foundations and Caisson of Construction & Building Materials

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Correct answer is (a) Base DRIVEN PILE

To EXPLAIN I would say: Base driven pile consists of a helically welded shell of steel PLATE. A concrete plug is provided at the bottom of the shell and DRIVING its done by allowing pile Hammer to fall on the concrete plug.



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