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Boussinesq Pressure Bulb Solutions

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Soilrocks1

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Hi all,

I'm trying to determine the equations of boussinesq's pressure bulbs so I can use them in various figures. I'm only finding isobar equations for a point load, does anyone know of a reference where I can find the equations for a strip load?

Thanks in advance.​
 
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"CALTRANS Trenching and Shoring Manual", Page 4-72

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