Net Pressure in Geotechnical Engineering Formulas

Net Pressure is the pressure exerted by the overlying soil or rock mass, minus the pore water pressure within the groundwater system. And is denoted by q_n. Net Pressure is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter for Pressure. Note that the value of Net Pressure is always positive.

Formulas to find Net Pressure in Geotechnical Engineering

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Geotechnical Engineering formulas that make use of Net Pressure

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List of variables in Geotechnical Engineering formulas

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fx Effective Surcharge in Kilo Pascal Go

FAQ

What is the Net Pressure?

Net Pressure is the pressure exerted by the overlying soil or rock mass, minus the pore water pressure within the groundwater system. Net Pressure is usually measured using the Kilonewton per Square Meter for Pressure. Note that the value of Net Pressure is always positive.

Can the Net Pressure be negative?

No, the Net Pressure, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Net Pressure?

Net Pressure 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 Net Pressure can be measured.

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