Following are the results of a standard penetration test in the field (sandy soil): Depth (m) Field value of N60 1.5 9 3.0 12 4.5 11 6.0 7 7.5 13 9.0 11 10.5 13 Estimate the net allowable bearing capacity of a mat foundation 6.5 m x 5.0 m in plan. Here, Df = 1.5 m, and allowable settlement 50 mm. Assume that the unit weight of soil (y) = 16,5 KN/m3

Following are the results of a standard penetration test in the field (sandy soil): Depth (m) Field value of N60 1.5 9 3.0 12 4.5 11 6.0 7 7.5 13 9.0 11 10.5 13 Estimate the net allowable bearing capacity of a mat foundation 6.5 m x 5.0 m in plan. Here, Df = 1.5 m, and allowable settlement 50 mm. Assume that the unit weight of soil (y) = 16,5 KN/m3

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Chapter2: Loads On Structures

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