Mechanistic analysis for opening reflective cracking in asphalt overlays

Title: Mechanistic analysis for opening reflective cracking in asphalt overlays
Author(s): Z. Tan
Paper category : conference
Book title: Fourth International RILEM Conference on Reflective Cracking in Pavements - Research in Practice
Editor(s): A. O. Abd El Halim, D. A. Taylor
and El H. H. Mohamed
Print-ISBN: 2-912143-14-4
e-ISBN: 2351580265
Publisher: RILEM Publications SARL
Publication year: 2000
Pages: 165 - 174
Total Pages: 10
Nb references: 4
Language: English

Abstract: 
The paper develops a complete analysis model to study the behavior of asphalt overlays on existing pavements or semi-rigid bases when the underlying course contracts uniformly. The concept of 'strain reflective coefficient' is introduced, which reveals the mechanism of opening reflective cracking resulting from contraction. Furthermore, the paper discusses the specific formulas in consideration of the interlayer, the frictional resistance force between the underlying course and subgrade, and asphalt overlays with partial reinforcement.

Online publication: 2009-12-23
Publication type : full_text
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