Load Intensity in Geotechnical Engineering Formulas

Load Intensity is defined as load applied per unit area. And is denoted by q. Load Intensity is usually measured using the Kilopascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Load Intensity is always positive.

Geotechnical Engineering formulas that make use of Load Intensity

fxDownward Force on WedgeGo

fxWidth of Footing given Load IntensityGo

fxCohesion of Soil given Loading Intensity by Terzaghi's AnalysisGo

FAQ

What is the Load Intensity?

Load Intensity is defined as load applied per unit area. Load Intensity is usually measured using the Kilopascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Load Intensity is always positive.

Can the Load Intensity be negative?

No, the Load Intensity, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Load Intensity?

Load Intensity is usually measured using the Kilopascal[kPa] for Pressure. Pascal[kPa], Bar[kPa], Pound Per Square Inch[kPa] are the few other units in which Load Intensity can be measured.

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