This lesson continues from Part I on bearing capacity. We review the difference between gross and net allowable bearing capacity, and show you how to compute them. I introduce you to bearing capacity design charts and show you how to develop one.
Learning Objectives:
1) Explain the difference between gross and net bearing capacity
2) Compute net allowable bearing capacity
3) Develop a design bearing capacity chart considering both an allowable footing settlement and net allowable bearing capacity