The following data are given for a direct shear test conducted on dry sand: - Specimen dimensions: 75 mm X 75 mm X 30 mm (height) - Normal stress: 200 kN/m2 - Shear stress at failure: 175 kN/m2 a) Determine the angle of friction, b) For a normal stress of 150 kN/m2, what shear force is required to cause failure?

The following data are given for a direct shear test conducted on dry sand: - Specimen dimensions: 75 mm X 75 mm X 30 mm (height) - Normal stress: 200 kN/m2 - Shear stress at failure: 175 kN/m2 a) Determine the angle of friction, b) For a normal stress of 150 kN/m2, what shear force is required to cause failure?

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

5th Edition

ISBN:9781305635180

Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Chapter10: Shear Strength Of Soil

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10.9P

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