Quasi-static analysis of flexible pavements based on predicted frequencies using Fast Fourier Transform and Artificial Neural Network
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijprt.2017.09.002
Abstract: Abstract New trend in design of flexible pavements is mechanistic-empirical approach. The first step for applying this method is analyzing the pavement structure for several times and computation of critical stresses and strains, which needs… read more here.
Keywords: quasi static; analysis; fast fourier; flexible pavements ... See more keywords
Engineering geogrid enabled low carbon and aggregate efficient flexible pavements
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-10066-2
Abstract: As the world emphasizes sustainable infrastructure, the pavement sector is under pressure to minimize material utilization and environmental footprint while maintaining functionality. Flexible pavements are mainly responsible for consuming virgin aggregates and related carbon emissions.… read more here.
Keywords: carbon; flexible pavements; low carbon; geogrid enabled ... See more keywords
Review of modelling crack initiation and propagation in flexible pavements using the finite element method
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DOI: 10.1080/10298436.2017.1345555
Abstract: Abstract Cracking is a major failure mechanism that directly affects the functionality and performance of flexible pavements. The objective of this study is to present the state of knowledge on the use of finite element… read more here.
Keywords: propagation; finite element; element method; flexible pavements ... See more keywords
Average full-trailer truck equivalency factors for uphill flexible pavements in developing countries
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DOI: 10.1080/10298436.2020.1859507
Abstract: This paper presents the average truck equivalency factors for four types of full-trailer trucks on uphill flexible pavements. Rising grades of 6%,12% and 18% are considered in addition to level fle... read more here.
Keywords: full trailer; uphill flexible; equivalency factors; flexible pavements ... See more keywords
Estimated remaining fatigue life of flexible pavements based on the normalized comprehensive area ratio deflection parameter
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DOI: 10.1139/cjce-2019-0023
Abstract: A lot of pavement deflection data are available that may be utilized as a tool to evaluate the structural capacity of pavement structures at network and project levels. Falling weight deflectometer... read more here.
Keywords: estimated remaining; deflection; life flexible; remaining fatigue ... See more keywords
Numerical Evaluation of Suction Effects and Groundwater Table Variations on Long-Term Pavement Subgrade Performance
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DOI: 10.3390/su16219469
Abstract: Over the past few decades, flexible pavements across the globe have seen a significant reduction in their service life due to climate changes. The flexible pavements with unsaturated subgrades undergo volumetric changes during the drying… read more here.
Keywords: flexible pavements; long term; groundwater table; variations long ... See more keywords