In flow 0.70 0.80 Sand 1.2 230.52 1.0 B: valve оpen Out flow a) Compute the value of h1.
In flow 0.70 0.80 Sand 1.2 230.52 1.0 B: valve оpen Out flow a) Compute the value of h1.
Chapter2: Loads On Structures
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11. Consider the downward flow of water through a layer of sand in the tank shown. (see picture below)
Void ratio of the soil = 0.52
Specific Gravity = 2.70
- Compute the value of h1. (Answer: 0.436)
- Compute the effective stress at A. (Answer: 17.44 kPa)
- Compute the effective stress at B. (Answer: 31.98 kPa)
- Compute the seepage force per unit volume. (Answer: 3.57 kN/m3)
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