Q2: It is required to design a mat foundation for a large machine, which rests on four pedestals. The magnitude of vertical forces on each pedestal are given in the Figure below. Calculate the soil pressures at the corners of the mat. 700 kN 800 kN 800 KN 700 kN 1m 8m 1m. 2.5m 2.5 m

Q2: It is required to design a mat foundation for a large machine, which rests on four pedestals. The magnitude of vertical forces on each pedestal are given in the Figure below. Calculate the soil pressures at the corners of the mat. 700 kN 800 kN 800 KN 700 kN 1m 8m 1m. 2.5m 2.5 m

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Q2: It is required to design a mat foundation for a large machine, which rests on four pedestals. The magnitude of vertical forces on each
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