A swimming pool has a width of 4 m and a side profile as shown. Determine the resultant force the water exerts on walls AB and DC, and on the bottom BC. 25 m A. Determine the magnitude of the hydrostatic force, its direction and location using the hydrostatic panel equations. B. Resolve the problem using the pressure-prism concept. Draw and label the pressure diagrams completely. Determine the magnitude of the hydrostatic force, its direction and location C. Compare your answer in A and B.

A swimming pool has a width of 4 m and a side profile as shown. Determine the resultant force the water exerts on walls AB and DC, and on the bottom BC. 25 m A. Determine the magnitude of the hydrostatic force, its direction and location using the hydrostatic panel equations. B. Resolve the problem using the pressure-prism concept. Draw and label the pressure diagrams completely. Determine the magnitude of the hydrostatic force, its direction and location C. Compare your answer in A and B.

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781337705028

Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Chapter16: Lateral Earth Pressure

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16.14P

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