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Depth of Prism is the length of prism along z direction. Check FAQs
z=Vlbcos((I))
z - Depth of Prism?Vl - Volume per unit length of prism?b - Inclined Length?I - Angle of Inclination?

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2.8794Edit=5Edit10Editcos((80Edit))
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Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
z=Vlbcos((I))
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
z=510mcos((80°))
Next Step Convert Units
z=510mcos((1.3963rad))
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
z=510cos((1.3963))
Next Step Evaluate
z=2.87938524156751m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
z=2.8794m

Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism Formula Elements

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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.
Volume per unit length of prism
Volume per unit length of prism means ratio of volume of prism to length of prism.
Symbol: Vl
Measurement: AreaUnit:
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Inclined Length
Inclined Length of prism is along the slope.
Symbol: b
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Angle of Inclination
Angle of Inclination 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.
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 Weight of Soil Prism
z=Wγbcos((I))
​Go Depth of Prism given Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism
z=σverticalγcos((I))
​Go Depth of Prism given Factor of Safety for Cohesive Soil
z=cu(fs-(tan((Φi))tan((I))))γcos((I))sin((I))

Other formulas in Stability Analysis of Infinite Slopes in Prism category

​Go Weight of Soil Prism in Stability Analysis
W=(γzbcos((I)))
​Go Unit Weight of Soil given Weight of Soil Prism
γ=Wzbcos((I))
​Go Inclined Length along Slope given Weight of Soil Prism
b=Wγzcos((I))
​Go Angle of Inclination given Weight of Soil Prism
I=acos(Wγzb)

How to Evaluate Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism?

Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism evaluator uses Depth of Prism = Volume per unit length of prism/(Inclined Length*cos((Angle of Inclination))) to evaluate the Depth of Prism, The Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism is defined as the distance between the top and bottom faces, determined by the volume per unit length of the prism. Depth of Prism is denoted by z symbol.

How to evaluate Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism, enter Volume per unit length of prism (Vl), Inclined Length (b) & Angle of Inclination (I) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism

What is the formula to find Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism?
The formula of Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism is expressed as Depth of Prism = Volume per unit length of prism/(Inclined Length*cos((Angle of Inclination))). Here is an example- 2.879385 = 5/(10*cos((1.3962634015952))).
How to calculate Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism?
With Volume per unit length of prism (Vl), Inclined Length (b) & Angle of Inclination (I) we can find Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism using the formula - Depth of Prism = Volume per unit length of prism/(Inclined Length*cos((Angle of Inclination))). This formula also uses 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/(Unit Weight of Soil*Inclined Length*cos((Angle of Inclination)))OpenImg
  • Depth of Prism=Vertical Stress at a Point in Pascal/(Unit Weight of Soil*cos((Angle of Inclination)))OpenImg
  • Depth of Prism=Unit Cohesion/((Factor of Safety-(tan((Angle of Internal Friction of Soil))/tan((Angle of Inclination))))*Unit Weight of Soil*cos((Angle of Inclination))*sin((Angle of Inclination)))OpenImg
Can the Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism be negative?
No, the Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism?
Depth of Prism given Volume per Unit Length of Prism 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 Volume per Unit Length of Prism can be measured.
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