embankment consists of clay fill for which c′ = 25 kN/m2 and φ = 27° (from consolidated undrained tests with pore-pressure measurement). The average bulk unit-weight of the fill is 2 Mg/m3. Estimate the shear-strength in kPa of the material on a horizontal plane at a point 20 m below

embankment consists of clay fill for which c′ = 25 kN/m2 and φ = 27° (from consolidated undrained tests with pore-pressure measurement). The average bulk unit-weight of the fill is 2 Mg/m3. Estimate the shear-strength in kPa of the material on a horizontal plane at a point 20 m below

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Braja M. Das

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Chapter2: Geotechnical Properties Of Soil

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2.24P

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