The Terraced Slope Excavation Calculator is an essential tool used in civil engineering and construction to compute the volume of earth to be excavated for terraced slopes. It aids in estimating the total excavation required, considering the heights and widths of individual steps along with the length of the slope.
Formula of Terraced Slope Excavation Calculator
The calculation for determining the excavation volume (V_excavation) using the Slope Excavation Calculator follows this formula:
V_excavation = (H1 * B1 + H2 * B2 + ... + Hn * Bn) * L
Where:
- H1, H2, ..., Hn = Heights of individual steps
- B1, B2, ..., Bn = Widths of individual steps
- L = Length of the slope
This formula considers the collective area of all terraced steps along with the slope's length to compute the overall excavation volume required.
Table of General Terms
| Term | Description |
|---|---|
| Excavation Volume (V) | Total amount of earth to be excavated for terraced slopes |
| Heights | Vertical measurement of each step in the terraced slope |
| Widths | Horizontal measurement of each step in the terraced slope |
| Length | Horizontal extent of the entire slope |
This table offers a quick reference for general terms used within the context of terraced slope excavation, aiding users in understanding relevant terminology without needing to calculate each time.
Example of Terraced Slope Excavation Calculator
Consider a terraced slope with three steps:
- Heights: 2 meters, 3 meters, and 4 meters respectively
- Widths: 5 meters, 6 meters, and 7 meters respectively
- Length: 20 meters
Using the Slope Excavation Calculator, the excavation volume can be determine by applying the formula:
V_excavation = (2 * 5 + 3 * 6 + 4 * 7) * 20 = (10 + 18 + 28) * 20 = 56 * 20 = 1120 cubic meters
This example demonstrates the application of the calculator to compute the total excavation volume needed for a slope with specific dimensions.
Most Common FAQs
The excavation volume is calculate by multiplying the sum of individual step areas by the length of the slope.
The calculator requires heights and widths in meters, while the length should also be provided in meters.
Yes, the calculator can handle irregular shapes by summing the areas of individual steps along the length of the slope.