1 A point load of 2000 KN is acting at the surface of a thick clay stratum. Compute the vertical stress at 1 m depth intervais to 10 m over a range of 5 m on either sides of the load, also at 1 m spacing and plot: (i) pressure bulbs for 10 KPa, 20 KPa, and 40 KPa; (ü) stress distribution diagram directly underneath the load; and stress distribution on a horizontal plane at 5 m depth. 111

1 A point load of 2000 KN is acting at the surface of a thick clay stratum. Compute the vertical stress at 1 m depth intervais to 10 m over a range of 5 m on either sides of the load, also at 1 m spacing and plot: (i) pressure bulbs for 10 KPa, 20 KPa, and 40 KPa; (ü) stress distribution diagram directly underneath the load; and stress distribution on a horizontal plane at 5 m depth. 111

Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781305970939

Author:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

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Chapter10: Stresses In A Soil Mass

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10.13P: Repeat Problem 10.12 for q = 700 kN/m2, B = 8 m, and z = 4 m. In this case, point A is located below...

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