Bearing Capacity Equations for Intact Argillaceous and Arenaceous Rocks in Malaysia Derived from P-Wave Velocity

• Published in: Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Mechanics
• Main Author: Abdullah A.H.; Mohamed Jais I.B.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Semarak Ilmu Publishing 2024
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85196843625&doi=10.37934%2fARAM.117.1.161178&partnerID=40&md5=639160924f8c14539c9c0afaa87236af

This paper presents the derivation of the bearing capacity equation of shallow foundations using P-wave velocity based on the seismic refraction method on argillaceous rocks (shale) and arenaceous rocks (sandstone). Various theories of bearing capacity equations were developed over the years for the calculation of bearing capacity under vertical central loading. But, the most widely used on rock is the Mohr-Coulomb failure criterion given by Meyerhof (1963). Based on this theoretical development, the empirical equation of ultimate bearing capacity was obtained. The detailed derivation of these parameters is comprised of the results from Uniaxial Compressive Strength (UCS) and P-wave velocity values. The proposed empirical equation of bearing capacity derived from P-wave velocity herewith can be used as an alternative method in designing shallow foundations. There is a good agreement on the bearing capacity determination from P-wave velocities. © 2024, Semarak Ilmu Publishing. All rights reserved.