Accelerated load testing of geosynthetic base reinforced pavement test sections.
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2011-02-01
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Alternative Title:Louisiana Transportation Research Center research project capsule : technology transfer program : 11-3GT.
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Abstract:The main objective of this research is to evaluate the benefits of geosynthetic stabilization and reinforcement of subgrade/base aggregate layers in flexible pavements built on weak subgrades and the effect of pre-rut pavement sections, prior to the construction of the hot mix asphalt (HMA) layer, on geosynthetics benefits and performance. This will be achieved through conducting accelerated load testing on geosynthetic reinforced unpaved and pavement test sections to be constructed at an accelerated loading facility (ALF) site. Different types and configurations of geosynthetics will be considered.
Another objective is to evaluate the design parameters of geosynthetic reinforced flexible pavement in terms of the 1993 American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) pavement design guide and the Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design Guide (MEPDG) that can provide a more suitable pavement structure design responsive to site conditions and projected loading.
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