GGU-LATPILE: "Optimise" menu item

Using this function, it is possible to optimise pile length. You can also initiate this function pressing the [F7] function key.

In the top section of the dialog box, you enter the minimum and maximum pile length, as well as a delta pile length, thereby defining the range of lengths from which the optimum length should be selected. For example, the values in the dialog box shown above will result in the lengths 6.00, 6.25, 6.50, 6.75,..., 8.00 m being investigated. The middle section of the dialog box relates to the iteration process. The default values have proved themselves in practice and will generally not need to be altered (see further explanations in the worked example). In the bottom section of the dialog box, additional iteration criteria can be defined.

Once optimisation is complete, the optimum pile length can be transferred to your system. The system should then be reanalysed.