Geosynthetic Applications in Pavement Construction
Preamble
The pavement is a structural entity which takes up cyclic stresses from various types of vehicles that are deemed to ply along the selected route over its designated life. The pavement surface is required to take up both vertical and horizontal stresses. These stresses develop strains in the components of the pavement, which, when exceeded beyond certain magnitudes, can cause rutting and fatigue. Horizontal stresses and corresponding strains are also generated by vehicle traction. The quality of the riding surface is a key factor to give comfort to the driver and the passengers and the pavement is designed to cater to these stresses and minimise strains over the designated life.
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Published on:
22 March 2017
Published in: NBM&CW March 2017
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