Shaft Weight in Geotechnical Engineering Formulas

Shaft Weight is the weight of the pile shaft. And is denoted by W_p. Shaft Weight is usually measured using the Kilonewton for Force. Note that the value of Shaft Weight is always negative.

Formulas to find Shaft Weight in Geotechnical Engineering

fxWeight of Shaft given Ultimate ResistanceGo

List of variables in Geotechnical Engineering formulas

fx Ultimate Resistance Go

fx Weight of Soil Go

fx Length of Soil Section Go

fx Skin Friction Stress in Soil Mechanics Go

FAQ

What is the Shaft Weight?

Shaft Weight is the weight of the pile shaft. Shaft Weight is usually measured using the Kilonewton for Force. Note that the value of Shaft Weight is always negative.

Can the Shaft Weight be negative?

Yes, the Shaft Weight, measured in Force can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Shaft Weight?

Shaft Weight is usually measured using the Kilonewton[kN] for Force. Newton[kN], Exanewton[kN], Meganewton[kN] are the few other units in which Shaft Weight can be measured.

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