The problem involved in the design of machine foundations arediscussed, followed by a short review of the literature of the subject.The general theory of vibration for single and multiple degree of freedomsystems is briefly reviewed, with special emphasis on its applicationto machine foundation design. A procedure for the analysis of machinefoundations is then developed on the basis of a simplified equivalentsystem. Procedures for determining the elastic coefficients and the inertia parameters of the soil are next considered.
The purpose and extent of the experimental investigations arediscussed, followed by a description of the instrumentation used andthe nature and accuracy of the data obtained. The data is thenanalyzed and checked against the theory presented. The data required forthe design of machine foundations is discussed, and a procedure fordesign and analysis is recommended. In conclusion recommendations forfurther study and research are made.
