Middle Third Distance in Design of Retaining Walls Formulas

Middle Third Distance is the one-third of the total length or a=L/3. And is denoted by a. Middle Third Distance is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Middle Third Distance is always positive.

Formulas to find Middle Third Distance in Design of Retaining Walls

fxResultant Outside Middle ThirdGo

Design of Retaining Walls formulas that make use of Middle Third Distance

fxPressure when Resultant is Outside Middle ThirdGo

fxTotal Downward Force on Soil when Resultant is Outside Middle ThirdGo

List of variables in Design of Retaining Walls formulas

fx Total Downward Force on Soil Go

fx Earth Pressure Go

FAQ

What is the Middle Third Distance?

Middle Third Distance is the one-third of the total length or a=L/3. Middle Third Distance is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Middle Third Distance is always positive.

Can the Middle Third Distance be negative?

No, the Middle Third Distance, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Middle Third Distance?

Middle Third Distance is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Middle Third Distance can be measured.

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