14.9 In Figure 14.13a, let H = 6 m, y = 16.5 kN/m², o' = 30°, 8' = 20°, c' = 0, a = 10°, and ẞ = 80°. Determine the Coulomb's active force per meter length of the wall and the location and direction of the resultant force.

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14.9 In Figure 14.13a, let H = 6 m, y = 16.5 kN/m², o' = 30°,
8' = 20°, c' = 0, a = 10°, and ẞ = 80°. Determine the
Coulomb's active force per meter length of the wall and the
location and direction of the resultant force.
Transcribed Image Text:14.9 In Figure 14.13a, let H = 6 m, y = 16.5 kN/m², o' = 30°, 8' = 20°, c' = 0, a = 10°, and ẞ = 80°. Determine the Coulomb's active force per meter length of the wall and the location and direction of the resultant force.
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