Hydrostatic Thrust Calculation for Trapezoidal Retaining Wall

In summary, the conversation is about calculating the hydrostatic thrust and factor of safety for a trapezoidal mass concrete retaining wall retaining water. The density of water is given as 1000kg/m3 and the weight of the concrete is 24KN/m3. The person asking for help also mentions struggling with the theory and asks for a walkthrough or answer they can work back from.
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A trapezoidal mass concrete retaining wall 6m high,1.5m wide at the top and 3m at the base retains water to its full height. calculate the hydrostatic thrust on the retaining wall and a factor of safety against oveerturning. take the density of water to be 1000kg/m3 and the weight of the concrete to be 24KN/m3


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iv posted a similar question to one iv received but am struggeling with the theory a walk through would be much appreciated or a answer i could work back if anybody could help i would be really greatful thanks
 
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paul orourke: You must post some relevant equations, and show your work; then someone might check your math.
 

FAQ: Hydrostatic Thrust Calculation for Trapezoidal Retaining Wall

What is hydrostatic thrust?

Hydrostatic thrust is the force exerted by a fluid on a surface due to the pressure of the fluid at rest.

How is hydrostatic thrust calculated?

Hydrostatic thrust is calculated using the formula F = ρghA, where ρ is the density of the fluid, g is the acceleration due to gravity, h is the depth of the fluid, and A is the area of the surface.

What factors affect the hydrostatic thrust?

The hydrostatic thrust is affected by the density and depth of the fluid, as well as the size and shape of the surface it is acting on.

How is hydrostatic thrust used in real life?

Hydrostatic thrust is used in many applications, such as determining the buoyancy of objects in water, calculating the forces on dams and other structures, and designing submarines and other underwater vessels.

What are some common units of measurement for hydrostatic thrust?

The most common units for hydrostatic thrust are Newtons (N) or pounds (lbs), depending on the unit system used. Other units include kilonewtons (kN) and kilograms (kg).

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