Question: A square foundation, 1.5 m wide, carries a net column load of 500 kN as shown in Figure P8.11. Determine the average stress increase beneath
A square foundation, 1.5 m wide, carries a net column load of 500 kN as shown in Figure P8.11. Determine the average stress increase beneath the center of the foundation in the clay layer:
a. Using Eq. (8.25),
b. Using Eqs. (8.26) and (8.10), and
c. Using Eqs. (8.26) and (8.15).
Figure P8.11

Eq. (8.25)

Eqs. (8.26)

Eqs. (8.10)

Eqs. (8.15)

500 kN (net load) Sand 0.9 m Clay 3 m
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