what is the formular for measuring minimum depth of a foundation

Answer Posted / subramani

it can be calculated by RANKINE'S formula
mini depth=q/gaama * square of [(1-sin pi)/(1+sin pi)]
where q=safe bearing capacity of soil
pi=angle of shearing resistence

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