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Vertical Stress at a Point is the stress acting perpendicular to the surface. Check FAQs
σz=Wb
σz - Vertical Stress at a Point?W - Weight of Prism?b - Inclined Length?

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1E-5Edit=100Edit10Edit
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Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
σz=Wb
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
σz=100kg10m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
σz=10010
Next Step Evaluate
σz=10Pa
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
σz=1E-05MPa
LAST Step Rounding Answer
σz=1E-5MPa

Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism Formula Elements

Variables
Vertical Stress at a Point
Vertical Stress at a Point is the stress acting perpendicular to the surface.
Symbol: σz
Measurement: PressureUnit: MPa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Weight of Prism
Weight of Prism means the weight of soil prism.
Symbol: W
Measurement: WeightUnit: kg
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Inclined Length
Inclined Length of prism is along the slope.
Symbol: b
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Vertical Stress at a Point

​Go Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism given Unit Weight of Soil
σz=(zγcos((I)))

Other formulas in Stability Analysis of Infinite Slopes in Prism category

​Go Weight of Soil Prism in Stability Analysis
W=(γzbcos((I)))
​Go Unit Weight of Soil given Weight of Soil Prism
γ=Wzbcos((I))
​Go Inclined Length along Slope given Weight of Soil Prism
b=Wγzcos((I))
​Go Depth of Prism given Weight of Soil Prism
z=Wγbcos((I))

How to Evaluate Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism?

Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism evaluator uses Vertical Stress at a Point = Weight of Prism/Inclined Length to evaluate the Vertical Stress at a Point, The Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism is defined as force per unit area acting vertically, causing compression or tension in materials. Vertical Stress at a Point is denoted by σz symbol.

How to evaluate Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism, enter Weight of Prism (W) & Inclined Length (b) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism

What is the formula to find Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism?
The formula of Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism is expressed as Vertical Stress at a Point = Weight of Prism/Inclined Length. Here is an example- 1E-12 = 100/10.
How to calculate Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism?
With Weight of Prism (W) & Inclined Length (b) we can find Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism using the formula - Vertical Stress at a Point = Weight of Prism/Inclined Length.
What are the other ways to Calculate Vertical Stress at a Point?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Vertical Stress at a Point-
  • Vertical Stress at a Point=(Depth of Prism*Unit Weight of Soil*cos((Angle of Inclination)))OpenImg
Can the Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism be negative?
No, the Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism?
Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism is usually measured using the Megapascal[MPa] for Pressure. Pascal[MPa], Kilopascal[MPa], Bar[MPa] are the few other units in which Vertical Stress on Surface of Prism can be measured.
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