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Chapter 14, Problem 14.14P
The elevation and plan of a bracing system for an open cut in sand are shown in Figure 14.21. Using Peck’s empirical pressure diagrams, determine the design strut loads. Given: γsand = 18 kN/m3, ϕ' = 38°, x = 3 m, z = 1.25 m, and s = 3 m.
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