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Depth of Footing is the longer dimension of the footing. Check FAQs
D=σmajorγ(tan(i))2
D - Depth of Footing?σmajor - Major Principal Stress in Soil?γ - Unit Weight of Soil?i - Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil?

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9.9118Edit=0.75Edit18Edit(tan(64Edit))2
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Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
D=σmajorγ(tan(i))2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
D=0.75MPa18kN/m³(tan(64°))2
Next Step Convert Units
D=750000Pa18000N/m³(tan(1.117rad))2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
D=75000018000(tan(1.117))2
Next Step Evaluate
D=9.91179491455878m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
D=9.9118m

Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress Formula Elements

Variables
Functions
Depth of Footing
Depth of Footing is the longer dimension of the footing.
Symbol: D
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Major Principal Stress in Soil
Major Principal Stress in Soil can be defined as the maximum normal stress acting on the principal plane in soil mechanics.
Symbol: σmajor
Measurement: StressUnit: MPa
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.
Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil
Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil is defined as the angle measured from the horizontal surface of the wall or any object.
Symbol: i
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
tan
The tangent of an angle is a trigonometric ratio of the length of the side opposite an angle to the length of the side adjacent to an angle in a right triangle.
Syntax: tan(Angle)

Other Formulas to find Depth of Footing

​Go Depth of Footing given Minor Normal Stress
D=σminγ
​Go Depth of Footing given Angle of Inclination from Horizontal
D=qfγ(tan(iπ180))4
​Go Depth of Footing given Net Pressure Intensity
D=qg-qnγ

Other formulas in Minimum Depth of Foundation by Rankine's Analysis category

​Go Major Stress during Shear Failure by Rankine Analysis
σmajor=σmin(tan(i180π))2+(2Cstan(i180π))
​Go Minor Normal Stress during Shear Failure by Rankine Analysis
σmin=σmajor-(2Cstan((i)))(tan((i)))2
​Go Minor Normal Stress given Unit Weight of Soil
σmin=γD
​Go Unit Weight of Soil given Minor Normal Stress
γ=σminD

How to Evaluate Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress?

Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress evaluator uses Depth of Footing = Major Principal Stress in Soil/(Unit Weight of Soil*(tan(Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil))^2) to evaluate the Depth of Footing, The Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress is defined as the value of depth of footing when we have prior information of other parameters used. Depth of Footing is denoted by D symbol.

How to evaluate Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress, enter Major Principal Stress in Soil major), Unit Weight of Soil (γ) & Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil (i) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress

What is the formula to find Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress?
The formula of Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress is expressed as Depth of Footing = Major Principal Stress in Soil/(Unit Weight of Soil*(tan(Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil))^2). Here is an example- 991.1795 = 750000/(18000*(tan(1.11701072127616))^2).
How to calculate Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress?
With Major Principal Stress in Soil major), Unit Weight of Soil (γ) & Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil (i) we can find Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress using the formula - Depth of Footing = Major Principal Stress in Soil/(Unit Weight of Soil*(tan(Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil))^2). This formula also uses Tangent (tan) function(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Depth of Footing?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Depth of Footing-
  • Depth of Footing=Minor Principal Stress in Soil/Unit Weight of SoilOpenImg
  • Depth of Footing=Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil/(Unit Weight of Soil*(tan((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil*pi)/180))^4)OpenImg
  • Depth of Footing=(Gross Pressure-Net Pressure)/Unit Weight of SoilOpenImg
Can the Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress be negative?
No, the Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress?
Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Depth of Footing given Major Normal Stress can be measured.
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