Question: 5 . 7 The concrete foundation ( unit weight = 2 3 . 5 k N m 3 ) of a machine has the following

5.7 The concrete foundation (unit weight =23.5kNm3) of a machine has the following dimensions (refer to Figure 5.18): L=3m,B=4m, height of the foundation =1.5m. The foundation is subjected to a sinusoidal horizontal force from the machine having an amplitude of 10kN at a height of 2m measured from the base of the foundation. The soil supporting the foundation is sandy clay. Given G=30,000kPa, =0.2, and =1700kgm3. Determine
a. the resonant frequency for the rocking mode of vibration of the foundation, and
b. the amplitude of rocking vibration at resonance.
(Note: The amplitude of horizontal force is not frequency dependent. Neglect the moment of inertia of the machine.)
5 . 7 The concrete foundation ( unit weight = 2 3

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