Problem #3 lo lag An eccentrically loaded continuous foundation is shown in (Eccentricity in one direction only) e = 0.15 m I Qall Y = 17 kN/m³ c' = 0 4'= 36° the figure. Determine the maximum allowable load (Qall) 1.0 m that the foundation can carry. Use Meyerhof's effective area method and FS of 4. B = 2 m Solution: Centerline

Problem #3 lo lag An eccentrically loaded continuous foundation is shown in (Eccentricity in one direction only) e = 0.15 m I Qall Y = 17 kN/m³ c' = 0 4'= 36° the figure. Determine the maximum allowable load (Qall) 1.0 m that the foundation can carry. Use Meyerhof's effective area method and FS of 4. B = 2 m Solution: Centerline

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Chapter6: Shallow Foundations: Ultimate Bearing Capacity

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Problem 6.9P: A column foundation (Figure P6.9) is 3 m × 2 m in plan. Given: Df = 1.5 m, ф′ = 25°, c′ = 70 kN/m2....

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