Average Standard Penetration in Geotechnical Engineering Formulas

Average Standard Penetration is the average of the sum of the number of blows required for the second and third 6 inches of penetration. And is denoted by N. Average Standard Penetration is usually measured using the Ton-Force (short) per Square Foot for Pressure. Note that the value of Average Standard Penetration is always negative.

Formulas to find Average Standard Penetration in Geotechnical Engineering

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Geotechnical Engineering formulas that make use of Average Standard Penetration

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List of variables in Geotechnical Engineering formulas

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FAQ

What is the Average Standard Penetration?

Average Standard Penetration is the average of the sum of the number of blows required for the second and third 6 inches of penetration. Average Standard Penetration is usually measured using the Ton-Force (short) per Square Foot for Pressure. Note that the value of Average Standard Penetration is always negative.

Can the Average Standard Penetration be negative?

Yes, the Average Standard Penetration, measured in Pressure can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Average Standard Penetration?

Average Standard Penetration is usually measured using the Ton-Force (short) per Square Foot[tf (short)/ft²] for Pressure. Pascal[tf (short)/ft²], Kilopascal[tf (short)/ft²], Bar[tf (short)/ft²] are the few other units in which Average Standard Penetration can be measured.

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