Average Shear of Joint in Dams and Reservoirs Formulas

Average shear of joint which varies from about 1400kN/m^2 for poor rocks to about 4000kN/m^2 for good rocks. The value of μ generally varies from 0.65 to 0.75. And is denoted by q. Average Shear of Joint is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter for Stress. Note that the value of Average Shear of Joint is always positive.

Dams and Reservoirs formulas that make use of Average Shear of Joint

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FAQ

What is the Average Shear of Joint?

Average shear of joint which varies from about 1400kN/m^2 for poor rocks to about 4000kN/m^2 for good rocks. The value of μ generally varies from 0.65 to 0.75. Average Shear of Joint is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter for Stress. Note that the value of Average Shear of Joint is always positive.

Can the Average Shear of Joint be negative?

No, the Average Shear of Joint, measured in Stress cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Average Shear of Joint?

Average Shear of Joint is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter[kN/m²] for Stress. Pascal[kN/m²], Newton per Square Meter[kN/m²], Newton per Square Millimeter[kN/m²] are the few other units in which Average Shear of Joint can be measured.

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