Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) in Bearing Capacity of Soil by Terzaghi's Analysis Formulas

Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) also called as surcharge load refers to the vertical pressure or any load that acts over the ground surface additional to basic earth pressure. And is denoted by σ_s. Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter for Pressure. Note that the value of Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) is always positive.

Bearing Capacity of Soil by Terzaghi's Analysis formulas that make use of Effective Surcharge (KN/m2)

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FAQ

What is the Effective Surcharge (KN/m2)?

Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) also called as surcharge load refers to the vertical pressure or any load that acts over the ground surface additional to basic earth pressure. Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter for Pressure. Note that the value of Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) is always positive.

Can the Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) be negative?

No, the Effective Surcharge (KN/m2), measured in Pressure cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Effective Surcharge (KN/m2)?

Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter[kN/m²] for Pressure. Pascal[kN/m²], Kilopascal[kN/m²], Bar[kN/m²] are the few other units in which Effective Surcharge (KN/m2) can be measured.

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