Q2'Usc the methnd of 2:1 for stress distribution, determine dimensions of square footing place at a depth of 1 m below ground surface as shown in figure below. Knowing that the permissible consalidation setulement is 20 mm. 100 kN/m? X = 20 kN/m 3 = 20 kN/m Sand 1 m X = 20 kN/m Cc = 0.08 Clay t = 0.606 2 m: o'n = 40kN/m' %3D

Q2'Usc the methnd of 2:1 for stress distribution, determine dimensions of square footing place at a depth of 1 m below ground surface as shown in figure below. Knowing that the permissible consalidation setulement is 20 mm. 100 kN/m? X = 20 kN/m 3 = 20 kN/m Sand 1 m X = 20 kN/m Cc = 0.08 Clay t = 0.606 2 m: o'n = 40kN/m' %3D

Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781305970939

Author:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

Chapter16: Soil Bearing Capacity For Shallow Foundations

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16.11P

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