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Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion is a constant whose value depends upon the cohesion of soil. Check FAQs
Nc=qfc-((σsNq)+((0.5γBNγ)(1-0.2(BL))))(C)(1+0.3(BL))
Nc - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion?qfc - Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil?σs - Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal?Nq - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge?γ - Unit Weight of Soil?B - Width of Footing?Nγ - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight?L - Length of Footing?C - Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal?

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6.5875Edit=127.8Edit-((45.9Edit2.01Edit)+((0.518Edit2Edit1.6Edit)(1-0.2(2Edit4Edit))))(1.27Edit)(1+0.3(2Edit4Edit))
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Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Nc=qfc-((σsNq)+((0.5γBNγ)(1-0.2(BL))))(C)(1+0.3(BL))
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Nc=127.8kPa-((45.9kN/m²2.01)+((0.518kN/m³2m1.6)(1-0.2(2m4m))))(1.27kPa)(1+0.3(2m4m))
Next Step Convert Units
Nc=127800Pa-((45900Pa2.01)+((0.518000N/m³2m1.6)(1-0.2(2m4m))))(1270Pa)(1+0.3(2m4m))
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Nc=127800-((459002.01)+((0.51800021.6)(1-0.2(24))))(1270)(1+0.3(24))
Next Step Evaluate
Nc=6.58747004450532
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Nc=6.5875

Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor Formula Elements

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Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion is a constant whose value depends upon the cohesion of soil.
Symbol: Nc
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil
Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil is defined as the minimum gross pressure intensity at the base of the foundation at which the soil fails in shear.
Symbol: qfc
Measurement: PressureUnit: kPa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal
Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal also called as surcharge load refers to the vertical pressure or any load that acts over the ground surface additional to basic earth pressure.
Symbol: σs
Measurement: PressureUnit: kN/m²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge is a constant whose value depends upon surcharge.
Symbol: Nq
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Unit Weight of Soil
Unit Weight of Soil mass is the ratio of the total weight of soil to the total volume of soil.
Symbol: γ
Measurement: Specific WeightUnit: kN/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Width of Footing
Width of Footing is the shorter dimension of the footing.
Symbol: B
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight is a constant whose value depends upon unit weight of soil.
Symbol: Nγ
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Length of Footing
Length of Footing is the length of the larger dimension of the footing.
Symbol: L
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal
Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal is the ability of like particles within soil to hold onto each other. It is the shear strength or force that binds together like particles in the structure of a soil.
Symbol: C
Measurement: PressureUnit: kPa
Note: Value should be between 0 to 50.

Other Formulas to find Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion

​Go Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing
Nc=qfc-((σsNq)+(0.4γBNγ))(C)(1+0.3(BL))

Other formulas in Frictional Cohesive Soil category

​Go Ultimate Bearing Capacity for Rectangular Footing
qfc=((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))+(σsNq)+(0.4γBNγ)
​Go Cohesion of Soil given Ultimate Bearing Capacity for Rectangular Footing
C=qfc-((σsNq)+(0.4γBNγ))(Nc)(1+0.3(BL))

How to Evaluate Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor?

Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor evaluator uses Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-((Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge)+((0.5*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight)*(1-0.2*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))))/((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing))) to evaluate the Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion, The Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor is defined as the value of bearing capacity factor dependent on cohesion when we have prior information of other parameters used. Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion is denoted by Nc symbol.

How to evaluate Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor, enter Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil (qfc), Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal s), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge (Nq), Unit Weight of Soil (γ), Width of Footing (B), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight (Nγ), Length of Footing (L) & Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal (C) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor

What is the formula to find Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor?
The formula of Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor is expressed as Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-((Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge)+((0.5*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight)*(1-0.2*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))))/((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing))). Here is an example- 6.901746 = (127800-((45900*2.01)+((0.5*18000*2*1.6)*(1-0.2*(2/4)))))/((1270)*(1+0.3*(2/4))).
How to calculate Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor?
With Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil (qfc), Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal s), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge (Nq), Unit Weight of Soil (γ), Width of Footing (B), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight (Nγ), Length of Footing (L) & Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal (C) we can find Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Rectangular Footing given Shape Factor using the formula - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-((Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge)+((0.5*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight)*(1-0.2*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))))/((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing))).
What are the other ways to Calculate Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion-
  • Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion=(Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-((Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge)+(0.4*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight)))/((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))OpenImg
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