Yes, the anchoring is obviously the catch with the larger module. I guess I'm going to have to resign to the fact that my analysis was correct but there are just certain assumptions/conditions as to the installation and use of the modules. As you said, I don't think anyone could prove these as...
Exactly, SRE. My suggestions at increasing the base width or adjusting the shape were met with similar responses each time... "how have these other companies proved it?"
One such company sells:
An 'A' shape 3.05 m high
1.22 m wide base
2.75 tonnes per block
Can apparently retain 16 kN/m3...
Thank you for the link and detailed response. I've gone through (and even attempted to use imperial) but I'm still getting caught in a similar position. The theory in your extract gives me a final horizontal force of 37.1kN per metre (2545 pounds per foot)
Using a coefficient of friction of 0.4...
Model of the wall attached. As mentioned these are designed to be 'portable' - lifted by forklifts and placed on concrete wherever necessary. Thank you for the link, SRE, I have had a quick read, however this seems to discuss cylindrical loading moreso than my situation (a "retaining wall")...
Hi guys,
I've been looking at designs for precast storage bins for grain structures with various heights and base widths. There will be many of these manufactured so weight and material use is a key priority, however I'm getting blown out of the water with failure by sliding. These particular...
