Question: A plan calls for a square foundation measuring 3 m 3 m supported by a layer of sand (see Figure 9.7). Let D f

A plan calls for a square foundation measuring 3 m × 3 m supported by a layer of sand (see Figure 9.7). Let Df = 1.5 m, t = 0.25 m, Eo = 16,000 kN/m2, k = 400 kN/m2/m, ms = 0.3, H = 20 m, Ef = 15 × 106 kN/m2, and qo = 150 kN/m2. Calculate the elastic settlement. Use Eq. (9.27).


Eq. (9.27)

q.B.Ic!r!E (1 – p) S. %3D E,

q.B.Ic!r!E (1 p) S. %3D E,

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