For the element shown in the figure: (a) Find the magnitude of the unknown stresses h and

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For the element shown in the figure:

(a) Find the magnitude of the unknown stresses σh and σh on the horizontal plane.

(b) Find the orientation of the principal stresses; clearly indicate their orientation in a small sketch.

(c) Show the orientation of the planes of maximum as well as minimum shear.

109 51° 20 %23 Th = ? Horizontal plane Oh = ?
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An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering

ISBN: 978-0132496346

2nd edition

Authors: Robert D. Holtz, William D. Kovacs, Thomas C. Sheahan

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