Question: Using the Boussinesq equation, calculate and plot the vertical stress ( z ) from a point load ( P ) as a function of radial

Using the Boussinesq equation, calculate and plot the vertical stress (z) from a point load (P) as a function of radial offset (r) at depths (z) of 1,2 and 4 feet. Assume P =9000 lb and plot the stresses IN PSI over the range 6 ft <= r <=+6 ft. Plot the curves for all three depths on the same graph.Repeat for the vertical deflection.Assume the elastic half-space has a Poissons ratio of 0.5 and a modulus of 10,000 psi.

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