Modulus of Subgrade Reaction in Pavement Materials Formulas

The Modulus of Subgrade Reaction is a measure of the ability of a subgrade to resist deformation under load, typically used in pavement design and construction. And is denoted by K_sr. Modulus of Subgrade Reaction is usually measured using the Newton per Cubic Meter for Specific Weight. Note that the value of Modulus of Subgrade Reaction is always positive.

Formulas to find Modulus of Subgrade Reaction in Pavement Materials

fxModulus of Subgrade Reaction for Plate Load TestGo

Pavement Materials formulas that make use of Modulus of Subgrade Reaction

fxBearing Pressure given Modulus of Subgrade ReactionGo

List of variables in Pavement Materials formulas

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FAQ

What is the Modulus of Subgrade Reaction?

The Modulus of Subgrade Reaction is a measure of the ability of a subgrade to resist deformation under load, typically used in pavement design and construction. Modulus of Subgrade Reaction is usually measured using the Newton per Cubic Meter for Specific Weight. Note that the value of Modulus of Subgrade Reaction is always positive.

Can the Modulus of Subgrade Reaction be negative?

No, the Modulus of Subgrade Reaction, measured in Specific Weight cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Modulus of Subgrade Reaction?

Modulus of Subgrade Reaction is usually measured using the Newton per Cubic Meter[N/m³] for Specific Weight. Newton per Cubic Centimeter[N/m³], Newton per Cubic Millimeter[N/m³], Kilonewton per Cubic Meter[N/m³] are the few other units in which Modulus of Subgrade Reaction can be measured.

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