16.1.2 - Reinforced Cement Concrete Pavement (RCC)
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What is Reinforced Cement Concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what additional material is used.
What is the purpose of using steel reinforcement?
💡 Hint: Consider why plain concrete might fail under stress.
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What is the key benefit of RCC over PCC?
💡 Hint: Consider what makes RCC more resilient.
Is a reduction in the number of joints beneficial for RCC pavements?
💡 Hint: How do joints affect pavement durability?
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If an RCC pavement is laid in an area with significant temperature fluctuations, how should you design the joints and reinforcement?
💡 Hint: What happens to materials when they heat up or cool down?
Calculate the water-cement ratio needed for a specific mix design aimed at high durability.
💡 Hint: What does the ratio depend on?
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