Prove the Structural Edge/Retaining Wall for Lateral Force -- 2
Budget: $30 – $100 USD
We are working on a project, where the planting area will be edged with 18" high aluminum profiles. For having a better understanding of the situation, see an image attached from similar bedding with a section diagram.
The depth of the soil is approx. 18", and we need to prove that the structure remains stable and keeps its shape by using a 1/8" thick, 5052 Grade aluminum sheet.
Inputs:
- 5052 Grade Aluminum
- Thickness 1/8" (3mm)
- As for the growing media (soil), please utilize saturated sand.
Questions:
a.) Please calculate the minimum length of the base, which assures that the structure remains upright.
b.) What is the maximum distance between the reinforcing panels to keep the profile in shape? Tolerance: +/- 1/16". In other words: What is the maximum length of a unit, if there is only one panel welded on in the middle of every unit.
On top of that, we are interested in what would be the result, in case the heights alternate, and it would be 24 or 12 inches. See the assessment of the calculation chart.
Thanks,
Gabe
The depth of the soil is approx. 18", and we need to prove that the structure remains stable and keeps its shape by using a 1/8" thick, 5052 Grade aluminum sheet.
Inputs:
- 5052 Grade Aluminum
- Thickness 1/8" (3mm)
- As for the growing media (soil), please utilize saturated sand.
Questions:
a.) Please calculate the minimum length of the base, which assures that the structure remains upright.
b.) What is the maximum distance between the reinforcing panels to keep the profile in shape? Tolerance: +/- 1/16". In other words: What is the maximum length of a unit, if there is only one panel welded on in the middle of every unit.
On top of that, we are interested in what would be the result, in case the heights alternate, and it would be 24 or 12 inches. See the assessment of the calculation chart.
Thanks,
Gabe