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eng.bearing-capacity-Meyerhof Calculator
Calculates bearing capacity using Meyerhof's general bearing capacity equation including depth factors, shape factors, and inclination factors. Meyerhof's equation is more general than Terzaghi's — it includes depth effects (embedment increases capacity) and load inclination effects.
Inputs
C Kpa
Reference formula or conversion factor shown for context.
Phi Deg
Reference formula or conversion factor shown for context.
Gamma Kn M3
Body or object weight. For health calculators, usually in kg or lbs.
Df M
Vertical extent downward, or thickness of a layer. For tanks: affects pressure at the base (P = ρgh).
B M
Horizontal extent perpendicular to the length.
Results
ultimate bearing capacity qu (kPa)
The value at the specified point or condition.
allowable bearing capacity (FoS=3)
Sample size or count used in the calculation.
Nc bearing capacity factor
A dimensionless multiplier applied in the calculation.
Nq factor
A dimensionless multiplier applied in the calculation.
Nγ factor
A dimensionless multiplier applied in the calculation.
Terzaghi general shear: qu = 1.3cNc + qNq + 0.4γBNγ