Title:
Concrete Pavement Design Optimization Provides Cost-Effective Pavement with Improved Long-Term Performance
Author(s):
Juan Pablo Covarrubias
Publication:
Web Session
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ws_S23_JuanCovarrubias.pdf
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Date:
4/2/2023
Abstract:
The evolution of concrete pavement design has progressed significantly in recent years, more specifically with the advent of mechanistic-empirical (ME) pavement design methods. These more sophisticated design methods highlight the importance of holistically considering all factors that influence concrete pavement performance. Including loading & design life, subgrade support, flexural strength, thickness & joint spacing, edge support & joint stability, and humidity & ambient effects, all of which cannot be considered independently of each other. This presentation will discuss the evolution of concrete pavement design and how optimized designs can provide cost-effective pavement with improved long-term performance using ME design procedures.