Probability Distribution of Strength Parameters in Uniform Soils
Publication: Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 112, Issue 3
Abstract
Statistical tests on the cohesional and frictional components of shear strength of soils have repeatedly identified these parameters to be more adequately modeled by the beta distribution than by any of the other common two parameter distributions. The beta distribution is theoretically derived as the natural probability law governing the variations of c and tanϕ. The development is based completely on physical understanding on the particulate nature of soils.
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Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 112 • Issue 3 • March 1986
Pages: 345 - 350
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Copyright © 1986 ASCE.
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Published online: Mar 1, 1986
Published in print: Mar 1986
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