  Finite element simulations of four pile static tests were performed using
Plaxis 3D. In addition, calculations of pile settlements according to Ukrainian
and USSR building codes were performed. These results compared to full-scale
pile tests. In order to determine the influence of reaction piles on the test
pile response in a static load test were performed simulations with group of
reaction piles around tested pile and applied respective negative loads. Plaxis
and in situ measured load-displacement curves showed good correlation.
Recommendations for Plaxis modeling were given.
