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Sep 1979

Model Tests for Bearing Capacity in Sand

Publication: Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 105, Issue 9

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This paper presents some recent laboratory model test results for ultimate bearing capacity of rough rectangular footings in sand with a rigid rough base located at a limited depth and compares these results with the theories presented by Mandel and Salencon and Meyerhof.

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Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 105Issue 9September 1979
Pages: 1112 - 1116

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Published in print: Sep 1979
Published online: Feb 11, 2021

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Tom W. Pfeifle, AM.ASCE
Geotechnical Engr., McClelland Engrs., Inc., St. Louis, Mo
Braja M. Das, AM.ASCE
Asst. Prof., Civ. Engrg. Dept., The Univ. of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, Tex

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