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The Ultimate Bearing Capacity is defined as the minimum gross pressure intensity at the base of the foundation at which the soil fails in shear. Check FAQs
qf=((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))+σs
qf - Ultimate Bearing Capacity?C - Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal?Nc - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion?B - Width of Footing?L - Length of Footing?σs - Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal?

Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing Example

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59.0445Edit=((1.27Edit9Edit)(1+0.3(2Edit4Edit)))+45.9Edit
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Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
qf=((CNc)(1+0.3(BL)))+σs
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
qf=((1.27kPa9)(1+0.3(2m4m)))+45.9kN/m²
Next Step Convert Units
qf=((1270Pa9)(1+0.3(2m4m)))+45900Pa
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
qf=((12709)(1+0.3(24)))+45900
Next Step Evaluate
qf=59044.5Pa
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
qf=59.0445kPa

Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing Formula Elements

Variables
Ultimate Bearing Capacity
The Ultimate Bearing Capacity is defined as the minimum gross pressure intensity at the base of the foundation at which the soil fails in shear.
Symbol: qf
Measurement: PressureUnit: kPa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Other Formulas to find Ultimate Bearing Capacity

​Go Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Circular Footing
qf=(1.3CNc)+σs
​Go Bearing Capacity for Circular Footing given Value of Bearing Capacity Factor
qf=(7.4C)+σs

Other formulas in Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil category

​Go Cohesion of Soil given Bearing Capacity for Circular Footing
C=qf-σs1.3Nc
​Go Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Cohesion for Circular Footing
Nc=qf-σs1.3C
​Go Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity for Circular Footing
σs=(qf-(1.3CNc))
​Go Cohesion of Soil for Circular Footing given Value of Bearing Capacity Factor
C=qf-σs7.4

How to Evaluate Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing?

Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing evaluator uses Ultimate Bearing Capacity = ((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))+Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal to evaluate the Ultimate Bearing Capacity, The Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing is defined as the value of bearing capacity of cohesive soil when we have prior information of other parameters used. Ultimate Bearing Capacity is denoted by qf symbol.

How to evaluate Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing, enter Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal (C), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion (Nc), Width of Footing (B), Length of Footing (L) & Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal s) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing

What is the formula to find Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing?
The formula of Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing is expressed as Ultimate Bearing Capacity = ((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))+Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal. Here is an example- 0.059044 = ((1270*9)*(1+0.3*(2/4)))+45900.
How to calculate Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing?
With Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal (C), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion (Nc), Width of Footing (B), Length of Footing (L) & Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal s) we can find Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing using the formula - Ultimate Bearing Capacity = ((Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)*(1+0.3*(Width of Footing/Length of Footing)))+Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal.
What are the other ways to Calculate Ultimate Bearing Capacity?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Ultimate Bearing Capacity-
  • Ultimate Bearing Capacity=(1.3*Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Cohesion)+Effective Surcharge in KiloPascalOpenImg
  • Ultimate Bearing Capacity=(7.4*Cohesion in Soil as Kilopascal)+Effective Surcharge in KiloPascalOpenImg
Can the Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing be negative?
No, the Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing?
Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing is usually measured using the Kilopascal[kPa] for Pressure. Pascal[kPa], Bar[kPa], Pound Per Square Inch[kPa] are the few other units in which Bearing Capacity of Cohesive Soil for Square Footing can be measured.
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