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GATE CE 2022 Set 2
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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Stresses acting on an infinitesimal soil element are shown in the figure (with $$\sigma$$z > $$\sigma$$x). The major and minor principal stresses are $$\sigma$$1 and $$\sigma$$3, respectively. Considering the compressive stresses as positive, which one of the following expressions correctly represents the angle between the major principal stress plane and the horizontal plane?

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GATE CE 2015 Set 1
Numerical
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Two triangular wedges are glued together as shown in the following figure. The stress acting normal to the interface, $${\sigma _n}$$ is _____$$MPa.$$
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GATE CE 2015 Set 2
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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-0.3
For the plane stress situation shown in the figure, the maximum shear stress and the plane on which it acts are:
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GATE CE 2012
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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If a small concrete cube is submerged deep in still water in such a way that the pressure exerted on all faces of the cube is $$p,$$ then the maximum shear stress developed inside the cube is
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Structural Analysis
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines
Strength of Materials Or Solid Mechanics
Reinforced Cement Concrete
Construction Material and Management
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Origin of Soils Definitions and Properties of Soils Classification of Soils and Clay Mineralogy Effective Stress and Permeability Seepage Analysis Compaction of Soil Compressibility and Consolidation Shear Strength of Soil Stress Distribution of Soil Retaining Wall and Earth Pressure Stability of Slopes Shallow Foundation Pile Foundation Soil Stabilization
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