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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. Check FAQs
σs=qfc-(0.5γBNγ)Nq
σs - Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal?qfc - Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil?γ - Unit Weight of Soil?B - Width of Footing?Nγ - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight?Nq - Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge?

Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing Example

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49.2537Edit=127.8Edit-(0.518Edit2Edit1.6Edit)2.01Edit
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Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
σs=qfc-(0.5γBNγ)Nq
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
σs=127.8kPa-(0.518kN/m³2m1.6)2.01
Next Step Convert Units
σs=127800Pa-(0.518000N/m³2m1.6)2.01
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
σs=127800-(0.51800021.6)2.01
Next Step Evaluate
σs=49253.7313432836Pa
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
σs=49.2537313432836kN/m²
LAST Step Rounding Answer
σs=49.2537kN/m²

Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing Formula Elements

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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.
Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil
Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil is defined as the minimum gross pressure intensity at the base of the foundation at which the soil fails in shear.
Symbol: qfc
Measurement: PressureUnit: kPa
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.
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.
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight is a constant whose value depends upon unit weight of soil.
Symbol: Nγ
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge
Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge is a constant whose value depends upon surcharge.
Symbol: Nq
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal

​Go Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Circular Footing
σs=qfc-(0.3γdsectionNγ)Nq
​Go Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Square Footing
σs=qfc-(0.4γBNγ)Nq

Other formulas in Bearing Capacity of Non cohesive Soil category

​Go Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing
qfc=(σsNq)+(0.5γBNγ)
​Go Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Surcharge for Strip Footing
Nq=qfc-(0.5γBNγ)σs
​Go Bearing Capacity Factor Dependent on Unit Weight for Strip Footing
Nγ=qfc-(σsNq)0.5γB
​Go Unit Weight of Non Cohesive Soil given Bearing Capacity of Strip Footing
γ=qfc-(σsNq)0.5NγB

How to Evaluate Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing?

Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing evaluator uses Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(0.5*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge to evaluate the Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal, The Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing is defined as the value of effective surcharge when we have prior information of other parameters used. Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal is denoted by σs symbol.

How to evaluate Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing, enter Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil (qfc), Unit Weight of Soil (γ), Width of Footing (B), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight (Nγ) & Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge (Nq) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing

What is the formula to find Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing?
The formula of Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing is expressed as Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(0.5*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge. Here is an example- 0.0495 = (127800-(0.5*18000*2*1.6))/2.01.
How to calculate Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing?
With Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil (qfc), Unit Weight of Soil (γ), Width of Footing (B), Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight (Nγ) & Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge (Nq) we can find Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing using the formula - Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal = (Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(0.5*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Surcharge.
What are the other ways to Calculate Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal-
  • Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal=(Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(0.3*Unit Weight of Soil*Diameter of Section*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on SurchargeOpenImg
  • Effective Surcharge in KiloPascal=(Ultimate Bearing Capacity in Soil-(0.4*Unit Weight of Soil*Width of Footing*Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on Unit Weight))/Bearing Capacity Factor dependent on SurchargeOpenImg
Can the Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing be negative?
No, the Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing?
Effective Surcharge given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing 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 given Bearing Capacity of Non Cohesive Soil for Strip Footing can be measured.
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