Structural Number for Base Course Formula

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Structural Number for Base Course can be described as the ability of the base course to withstand the axle loads. Check FAQs
SN2=(anTaMn)
SN2 - Structural Number for Base Course?an - Layer Coefficient?Ta - Actual Thickness Base Course Payment?Mn - Drainage coefficient?

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150Edit=(0.5Edit1200Edit0.25Edit)
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Structural Number for Base Course Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
SN2=(anTaMn)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
SN2=(0.51200mm0.25)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
SN2=(0.512000.25)
Next Step Evaluate
SN2=0.15m
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
SN2=150mm

Structural Number for Base Course Formula Elements

Variables
Structural Number for Base Course
Structural Number for Base Course can be described as the ability of the base course to withstand the axle loads.
Symbol: SN2
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Layer Coefficient
Layer Coefficient can be represents the strength of the material, this is the primary variable that factors in the type of material you plan to use for each layer.
Symbol: an
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Actual Thickness Base Course Payment
Actual Thickness Base Course Payment can be described as the design thickness of various layers of the courses for flexible payments.
Symbol: Ta
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Drainage coefficient
Drainage coefficient is a value assigned to a pavement layer that represents its relative loss of strength due to drainage characteristics and exposure to moisture saturation.
Symbol: Mn
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other formulas in Structural Numbers for Flexible Pavements category

​Go Structural Number to Withstand Anticipated Axle Loads
SN=SN1+SN2+SN3
​Go Structural Number for Surface Course
SN1=(anDn)
​Go Actual Thickness of Surface Course given Structural Number
Dn=(SN1an)
​Go Layer Coefficient of Surface Course using Structural Number
an=(SN1Dn)

How to Evaluate Structural Number for Base Course?

Structural Number for Base Course evaluator uses Structural Number for Base Course = (Layer Coefficient*Actual Thickness Base Course Payment*Drainage coefficient) to evaluate the Structural Number for Base Course, Structural Number for Base Course is defined as an abstract value that expresses the structural strength of the overall pavement. Structural Number for Base Course is denoted by SN2 symbol.

How to evaluate Structural Number for Base Course using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Structural Number for Base Course, enter Layer Coefficient (an), Actual Thickness Base Course Payment (Ta) & Drainage coefficient (Mn) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Structural Number for Base Course

What is the formula to find Structural Number for Base Course?
The formula of Structural Number for Base Course is expressed as Structural Number for Base Course = (Layer Coefficient*Actual Thickness Base Course Payment*Drainage coefficient). Here is an example- 150000 = (0.5*1.2*0.25).
How to calculate Structural Number for Base Course?
With Layer Coefficient (an), Actual Thickness Base Course Payment (Ta) & Drainage coefficient (Mn) we can find Structural Number for Base Course using the formula - Structural Number for Base Course = (Layer Coefficient*Actual Thickness Base Course Payment*Drainage coefficient).
Can the Structural Number for Base Course be negative?
Yes, the Structural Number for Base Course, measured in Length can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Structural Number for Base Course?
Structural Number for Base Course is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Structural Number for Base Course can be measured.
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