Vertical forces and stresses applied to the ground surface increase the vertical and lateral stresses in the soil.

Perform the calculations using the dimensions provided in the three scenarios. Plot the distribution of the stresses at the provided locations for the three scenarios. Thank you!

Function of Poissons ratio

Must use this equation

Point load $={}_n^{\text{'}}=\frac{Q}{R^2}\frac{3z{r}^2}{R^3}\frac{R(1-2v)}{R+z}$

Cross section view: $,R^2=x^2+y^2+z^2$