An infinite slope has shear strength parameters at the interface: c = 30 kPa, φ = 30°, ⍴ = 17 kN/m3 (Assume 1 m strip perpendicular to the paper and 1 m strip along the inclination of the infinite slope). If HCR = 8 m, find the minimum angle β so that the slope is stable.

An infinite slope has shear strength parameters at the interface: c = 30 kPa, φ = 30°, ⍴ = 17 kN/m3 (Assume 1 m strip perpendicular to the paper and 1 m strip along the inclination of the infinite slope). If HCR = 8 m, find the minimum angle β so that the slope is stable.

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Chapter15: Slope Stability

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