Question: G . L . Sand , d = 1 8 k N m 3 , s a t = 2 0 k N m 3

G.L.
Sand ,d=18kNm3,sat=20kNm3,s=0.25,Es=30000kNm2
8 m
Clay
728282 Impervious rock
The above figure a 3m x 6m (B x L) footing that is located at the depth of 2m below ground level. Find the following:
a.Terzaghi's Bearing capacity factors (Nc,Nq, N gamma)
b. By using Terzaghi's Bearing capacity equation, calculate the ultimate bearing capacity (qu)
c. Calculate the immediate settlement(Se) for the sand layer..
d. Calculate the ultimate consolidation settlement Sc for the clay layer
e. Determine the ultimate settlement due to the foundation load.
G . L . Sand , d = 1 8 k N m 3 , s a t = 2 0 k N

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