Question: ( Q 1 ) The gravity wall shown below is to support backfill with unit weight of 1 9 . 5 k N m 3
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The gravity wall shown below is to support backfill with unit weight of and shear strength parameters kPa and shear strength parameters were determined using triaxial laboratory tests The unit weight of the wall material is and the friction angle between the wall and the backfill and at the base of the wall it is Determine the factors of safety against i sliding on the base ii overtuming, and iii bearing capacity failure, and compare these against minimum desirable values of and respectively the soil below the wall can be assumed as similar to the backfill soil If any of the FOS are inadequate, redesign the wall while maintaining the same height and concrete volume so as to satisfy the minimum FOS requirements. Show a dimensioned sketch and clearly set out all necessary calculations for your modified design.
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