In a typical reinforced soil slope (RSS) or MSE wall, the d50 of the ideal backfill material is a function of aperture size of the geogrid. In other situations, many use granular materials (sand or even silt). Does anyone know if the cohesive soil (CL) can be used as backfill in such structures...
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I need help please. I have 6'(say, x-axis) x 4'(Y-axis) area with a point load of 100 tons acting 2' from short neutral axis (ex = 2') and 1' from long neutral axis (ey=1). The area will be supported on four (4) piers. What will be the load distribution on 4 piers? Weight of the pad...
