Terzaghi Bearing Capacity Equation
q_{ult} = c N_c s_c + gamma D_f N_q + 0.5 gamma B N_gamma s_gamma; quad q_{safe} = frac{q_{ult} - gamma D_f}{FS} + gamma D_f
Engineering Specifications & Method of Calculation
Geotechnical foundation analysis tool applying Terzaghi general bearing capacity theory with shape factors, cohesion, friction angle, and overburden surcharge.
Terzaghi Foundation Theory
Compute ultimate soil bearing capacity using cohesion c, effective unit weight Ī³, foundation depth Df, width B, and dimensionless factors Nc, Nq, NĪ³ determined from soil internal friction angle Ļ.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard Factor of Safety (FS) for shallow foundations?
A Factor of Safety between 2.5 and 3.0 is standard in geotechnical engineering practice.