Plot the distribution of active pressure on the wall surface shown in Figure 6.37. Calculate the total thrust on the wall (active +hydrostatic) and determine its point of application. Assume δ=0 and cw=0.
Plot the distribution of active pressure on the wall surface shown in Figure 6.37. Calculate the total thrust on the wall (active +hydrostatic) and determine its point of application. Assume δ=0 and cw=0.
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Plot the distribution of active pressure on the wall surface shown in Figure 6.37. Calculate the total thrust on the wall (active +hydrostatic) and determine its point of application. Assume δ=0 and cw=0.

Transcribed Image Text:y = 16 kN/m3
o'=35°
WT
Ysat = 19 kN/m3
c' 17 kN/m2
o' = 27°
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Ysat = 20 kN/m3
o' = 42°
Ysat 21 kN/m³
4m
Figure 6.37

Transcribed Image Text:Plot the distribution of active pressure on the wall surface shown in Figure 6.37.
Calculate the total thrust on the wall (active + hydrostatic) and determine its
point of application. Assume 8 = 0 and cw = 0.
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