A 4m slope failed nearby congested urban road. The structure on the top of the slope contributes to 10kN/m² and counted as surcharge. The cross section of the area is shown in Figure 1. Suggest suitable dimension for the reinforced retaining wall if the thickness of the base of retaining wall, h = 400mm. The requirement for dimension for each retaining wall section is shown in Figure 2. The shape of the retaining wall is subjected to student's prerogative. Please make sure the steps of design and calculation are shown clearly. Unit weight =19ki Cohesion = 0 kN/r Friction angle = 35 degree %3D H = 4m FIGURE 1 Coefficient of frict with concrete = 0. Ultimate bearing capacity is 200kN_ road Failed slope 3m

A 4m slope failed nearby congested urban road. The structure on the top of the slope contributes to 10kN/m² and counted as surcharge. The cross section of the area is shown in Figure 1. Suggest suitable dimension for the reinforced retaining wall if the thickness of the base of retaining wall, h = 400mm. The requirement for dimension for each retaining wall section is shown in Figure 2. The shape of the retaining wall is subjected to student's prerogative. Please make sure the steps of design and calculation are shown clearly. Unit weight =19ki Cohesion = 0 kN/r Friction angle = 35 degree %3D H = 4m FIGURE 1 Coefficient of frict with concrete = 0. Ultimate bearing capacity is 200kN_ road Failed slope 3m

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