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Submerged Unit Weight is the unit weight of weight of soil as observed underwater in a saturated condition of course. Check FAQs
γ'=σNormalz(cos((i)))2
γ' - Submerged Unit Weight?σNormal - Normal Stress?z - Depth of Prism?i - Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil?

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1.3877Edit=0.8Edit3Edit(cos((64Edit)))2
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Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
γ'=σNormalz(cos((i)))2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
γ'=0.8Pa3m(cos((64°)))2
Next Step Convert Units
γ'=0.8Pa3m(cos((1.117rad)))2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
γ'=0.83(cos((1.117)))2
Next Step Evaluate
γ'=1.38766555807742N/m³
LAST Step Rounding Answer
γ'=1.3877N/m³

Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component Formula Elements

Variables
Functions
Submerged Unit Weight
Submerged Unit Weight is the unit weight of weight of soil as observed underwater in a saturated condition of course.
Symbol: γ'
Measurement: Specific WeightUnit: N/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Normal Stress
Normal stress is defined as the stress produced by the perpendicular action of a force on a given area.
Symbol: σNormal
Measurement: PressureUnit: Pa
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Depth of Prism
Depth of Prism is the length of prism along z direction.
Symbol: z
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil
Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil is defined as the angle measured from the horizontal surface of the wall or any object.
Symbol: i
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
cos
Cosine of an angle is the ratio of the side adjacent to the angle to the hypotenuse of the triangle.
Syntax: cos(Angle)

Other Formulas to find Submerged Unit Weight

​Go Submerged Unit Weight given Shear Stress Component
γ'=𝜏zcos((i))sin((i))
​Go Submerged Unit Weight given Factor of Safety for Cohesive Soil
γ'=(Cs(fs-(tan((φ))tan((i))))zcos((i))sin((i)))
​Go Submerged Unit Weight given Critical Depth
γ'=Cs(sec((i)))2hc(tan((i))-tan((φ)))

Other formulas in Stability Analysis of Submerged Slopes category

​Go Normal Stress Component given Submerged Unit Weight
σNormal=γ'z(cos((i)))2
​Go Depth of Prism given Submerged Unit Weight
z=σNormalγ'(cos((i)))2
​Go Shear Stress Component given Submerged Unit Weight
𝜏=(γ'zcos((i))sin((i)))
​Go Depth of Prism given Submerged Unit Weight and Shear Stress
z=𝜏γ'cos((i))sin((i))

How to Evaluate Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component?

Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component evaluator uses Submerged Unit Weight = Normal Stress/(Depth of Prism*(cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil)))^2) to evaluate the Submerged Unit Weight, The Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component is defined as force per unit volume of soil beneath the water table, part of the normal stress component. Submerged Unit Weight is denoted by γ' symbol.

How to evaluate Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component, enter Normal Stress Normal), Depth of Prism (z) & Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil (i) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component

What is the formula to find Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component?
The formula of Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component is expressed as Submerged Unit Weight = Normal Stress/(Depth of Prism*(cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil)))^2). Here is an example- 1.387666 = 0.8/(3*(cos((1.11701072127616)))^2).
How to calculate Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component?
With Normal Stress Normal), Depth of Prism (z) & Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil (i) we can find Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component using the formula - Submerged Unit Weight = Normal Stress/(Depth of Prism*(cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil)))^2). This formula also uses Cosine (cos) function(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Submerged Unit Weight?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Submerged Unit Weight-
  • Submerged Unit Weight=Shear Stress for Submerged Slopes/(Depth of Prism*cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil))*sin((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil)))OpenImg
  • Submerged Unit Weight=(Cohesion of Soil/((Factor of Safety-(tan((Angle of Internal Friction))/tan((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil))))*Depth of Prism*cos((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil))*sin((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil))))OpenImg
  • Submerged Unit Weight=(Cohesion of Soil*(sec((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil)))^2)/(Critical Depth*(tan((Angle of Inclination to Horizontal in Soil))-tan((Angle of Internal Friction))))OpenImg
Can the Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component be negative?
No, the Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component, measured in Specific Weight cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component?
Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component 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 Submerged Unit Weight given Normal Stress Component can be measured.
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