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A -- INNIVATIVE LOAD TEST SYSTEMS SOL DTFH61-98-R-00052 POC Behrooz Behpoory, (202) 366-4224 The objective of this study is to develop recommendations and guidelines on the use of the STATNAMIC load test system in cohesionless soils. The work will include a review and compilation of world-wide STATNAMIC/static load test data into FHWA's Deep Foundation Load Test Database. Selection shall be in accordance with criteria established by the FHWA. Acceptable data shall be coded onto hard copy and input remotely via computer terminal into the database. The work will also include an extensive evaluation of available methods of deriving equivalent static load-displacement and recommendations for improvement/replacement as necessary. The FHWA inteds to solicit and negotiate only with University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33620. See Note 22. (0026)

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