Figure P8.8 shows a flexible rectangular raft that is 8 m × 16 m and applies a uniform pressure of 80 kN/m2 to the un- derlying ground. Find the vertical stress increase Δσ at 4 m below A, B, C, and D. 8.8 16 m FIGURE P8.8
subject : Geotechnical Design
Book : PRINCIPLE OF FOUNDATION ENGINEERING
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Figure P8.8 shows a flexible rectangular raft that is 8 m × 16 m and applies a uniform pressure of 80 kN/m2 to the un- derlying ground. Find the vertical stress increase Δσ at 4 m below A, B, C, and D. 8.8 16 m FIGURE P8.8
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