Using the general bearing capacity equation, compute the ultimate load (in kN) that a 2.53 x 4.66 meter footing can carry on soil for which c = 20.79 kN/m², p=27°, Ysoil = 16.04KN/m³, ysub = 10.68 kN/m³. The depth of the foundation is 2.04m and

Using the general bearing capacity equation, compute the ultimate load (in kN) that a 2.53 x 4.66 meter footing can carry on soil for which c = 20.79 kN/m², p=27°, Ysoil = 16.04KN/m³, ysub = 10.68 kN/m³. The depth of the foundation is 2.04m and

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Using the general bearing capacity equation, compute the ultimate load (in kN) that
a 2.53 x 4.66 meter footing can carry on soil for which c = 20.79 kN/m², p=27°,
Ysoil = 16.04KN/m³, ysub = 10.68 kN/m³. The depth of the foundation is 2.04m and
the water table is at a depth of 0.59m below ground level (GL). Assume that the
load is inclined 7.27° with respect to vertical. Use factor of safety of 3.61
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