ABSTRACT
The article presents an analysis of the stress-strain state of an elastic base during embedment of a rigid circular foundation. The research method is based on the use of such mathematical tools as integral transformations and dual integral equations. Exact and asymptotic expressions for calculation of the displacement vector components and stress tensor at any point of an elastic base are obtained in an explicit form. Lines of equal displacements and stresses are given for clarity. For a given load, the obtained solutions are more comprehensive than those available in literature. The results obtained allow defining the design bearing capacity of elastic bases under circular in plan foundations more exactly.
