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Depth of Prism is the length of prism along z direction. Check FAQs
z=Fuγwater(cos(iπ180))2
z - Depth of Prism?Fu - Upward Force in Seepage Analysis?γwater - Unit Weight of Water?i - Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil?π - Archimedes' constant?

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5.3935Edit=52.89Edit9.81Edit(cos(64Edit3.1416180))2
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Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
z=Fuγwater(cos(iπ180))2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
z=52.89kN/m²9.81kN/m³(cos(64°π180))2
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
z=52.89kN/m²9.81kN/m³(cos(64°3.1416180))2
Next Step Convert Units
z=52890Pa9810N/m³(cos(1.117rad3.1416180))2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
z=528909810(cos(1.1173.1416180))2
Next Step Evaluate
z=5.39348697927501m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
z=5.3935m

Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water Formula Elements

Variables
Constants
Functions
Depth of Prism
Depth of Prism is the length of prism along z direction.
Symbol: z
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Upward Force in Seepage Analysis
Upward Force in Seepage Analysis is due to seepage water.
Symbol: Fu
Measurement: PressureUnit: kN/m²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Unit Weight of Water
Unit Weight of Water is mass per unit of water.
Symbol: γwater
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.
Archimedes' constant
Archimedes' constant is a mathematical constant that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Symbol: π
Value: 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288
cos
Cosine of an angle is the ratio of the side adjacent to the angle to the hypotenuse of the triangle.
Syntax: cos(Angle)

Other Formulas to find Depth of Prism

​Go Depth of Prism given Saturated Unit Weight
z=Wprismγsatbcos(iπ180)
​Go Depth of Prism given Vertical Stress and Saturated Unit Weight
z=σzkpγsaturatedcos(iπ180)
​Go Depth of Prism given Normal Stress and Saturated Unit Weight
z=σnγsaturated(cos(iπ180))2
​Go Depth of Prism given Shear Stress and Saturated Unit Weight
z=ζsoilγsaturatedcos(iπ180)sin(iπ180)

Other formulas in Factor of Steady Seepage Along the Slope category

​Go Saturated Unit Weight given Weight of Soil Prism
γsaturated=Wprismzbcos(iπ180)
​Go Angle of Inclination given Saturated Unit Weight
i=acos(Wprismγzb)
​Go Saturated Unit Weight given Vertical Stress on Prism
γsaturated=σzkpzcos(iπ180)
​Go Angle of Inclination given Vertical Stress and Saturated Unit Weight
i=acos(σzγz)

How to Evaluate Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water?

Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water evaluator uses Depth of Prism = Upward Force in Seepage Analysis/(Unit Weight of Water*(cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil*pi)/180))^2) to evaluate the Depth of Prism, The Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water is defined as the value of depth of prism when we have prior information of other parameters used. Depth of Prism is denoted by z symbol.

How to evaluate Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water, enter Upward Force in Seepage Analysis (Fu), Unit Weight of Water water) & Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil (i) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water

What is the formula to find Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water?
The formula of Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water is expressed as Depth of Prism = Upward Force in Seepage Analysis/(Unit Weight of Water*(cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil*pi)/180))^2). Here is an example- 2.039511 = 52890/(9810*(cos((1.11701072127616*pi)/180))^2).
How to calculate Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water?
With Upward Force in Seepage Analysis (Fu), Unit Weight of Water water) & Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil (i) we can find Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water using the formula - Depth of Prism = Upward Force in Seepage Analysis/(Unit Weight of Water*(cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil*pi)/180))^2). This formula also uses Archimedes' constant and Cosine (cos) function(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Depth of Prism?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Depth of Prism-
  • Depth of Prism=Weight of Prism in Soil Mechanics/(Saturated Unit Weight in Newton per Cubic Meter*Inclined Length of Prism*cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil*pi)/180))OpenImg
  • Depth of Prism=Vertical Stress at a Point in Kilopascal/(Saturated Unit Weight of Soil*cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil*pi)/180))OpenImg
  • Depth of Prism=Normal Stress in Soil Mechanics/(Saturated Unit Weight of Soil*(cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil*pi)/180))^2)OpenImg
Can the Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water be negative?
No, the Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water?
Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Depth of Prism given Upward Force due to Seepage Water can be measured.
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