Circular foundation diameter B = 2m G.S. 1.0m Sand q = 150 kN/m² 0.5m W.T. Sand 0.5m V'sat:÷ 19:kN Normally consolidated clay 5.0m For the footing and soil profile shown in fig. above find 1- Depth of B.H

Circular foundation diameter B = 2m G.S. 1.0m Sand q = 150 kN/m² 0.5m W.T. Sand 0.5m V'sat:÷ 19:kN Normally consolidated clay 5.0m For the footing and soil profile shown in fig. above find 1- Depth of B.H

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Chapter17: Settlement Of Shallow Foundations

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Problem 17.12P

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