Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation Formula

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Resisting Force is the force that counteracts the driving forces attempting to cause soil or structural failure. Check FAQs
Fr=((cuΔL)+(Ntan((φ))))
Fr - Resisting Force?cu - Unit Cohesion?ΔL - Curve Length?N - Normal Component of Force?φ - Angle of Internal Friction?

Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation Example

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Here is how the Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation equation looks like.

34.9936Edit=((10Edit3.412Edit)+(4.99Edittan((9.93Edit))))
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Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Fr=((cuΔL)+(Ntan((φ))))
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Fr=((10Pa3.412m)+(4.99Ntan((9.93°))))
Next Step Convert Units
Fr=((10Pa3.412m)+(4.99Ntan((0.1733rad))))
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Fr=((103.412)+(4.99tan((0.1733))))
Next Step Evaluate
Fr=34.993587003884N
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Fr=34.9936N

Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation Formula Elements

Variables
Functions
Resisting Force
Resisting Force is the force that counteracts the driving forces attempting to cause soil or structural failure.
Symbol: Fr
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Unit Cohesion
Unit Cohesion is the shear strength property of a soil that is solely attributed to cohesive forces between soil particles.
Symbol: cu
Measurement: PressureUnit: Pa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Curve Length
Curve Length is the total extent of a curve, measured along its path, quantifying its spatial reach or boundary span.
Symbol: ΔL
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Normal Component of Force
Normal Component of Force is the perpendicular component of force.
Symbol: N
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Angle of Internal Friction
Angle of Internal Friction is the angle measured between the normal force and resultant force.
Symbol: φ
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
tan
The tangent of an angle is a trigonometric ratio of the length of the side opposite an angle to the length of the side adjacent to an angle in a right triangle.
Syntax: tan(Angle)

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How to Evaluate Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation?

Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation evaluator uses Resisting Force = ((Unit Cohesion*Curve Length)+(Normal Component of Force*tan((Angle of Internal Friction)))) to evaluate the Resisting Force, The Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation formula is defined as the force that prevents sliding along a potential failure surface within a soil mass. Coulomb's equation is fundamental for analyzing soil stability against sliding, particularly in cohesive soils. Resisting Force is denoted by Fr symbol.

How to evaluate Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation, enter Unit Cohesion (cu), Curve Length (ΔL), Normal Component of Force (N) & Angle of Internal Friction (φ) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation

What is the formula to find Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation?
The formula of Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation is expressed as Resisting Force = ((Unit Cohesion*Curve Length)+(Normal Component of Force*tan((Angle of Internal Friction)))). Here is an example- 30.87359 = ((10*3.412)+(4.99*tan((0.173311194723004)))).
How to calculate Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation?
With Unit Cohesion (cu), Curve Length (ΔL), Normal Component of Force (N) & Angle of Internal Friction (φ) we can find Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation using the formula - Resisting Force = ((Unit Cohesion*Curve Length)+(Normal Component of Force*tan((Angle of Internal Friction)))). This formula also uses Tangent (tan) function(s).
Can the Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation be negative?
No, the Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation, measured in Force cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation?
Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Resisting Force from Coulomb's Equation can be measured.
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