12.2.2. Unevenness

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does unevenness in pavement refer to?

   Hint

   Think about how the surface affects driving comfort.

2. 2.

   What is the acceptable unevenness index for satisfactory road conditions?

   Hint

   Recall the numbers related to good conditions.

3. 3.

   What is the main concern with uneven pavement?

   • Increases maintenance costs
   • Reduces driving speed
   • Both A and B

   Hint

   What happens when the road surface isn't smooth?

4. 4.

   True or False: An unevenness index of 2500 mm/km is considered uncomfortable.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the thresholds for comfort levels.

5. 5.

   Propose a set of improvements for a road with an unevenness index of 3400 mm/km. Outline a plan to reduce it below 1500 mm/km within a budget.

   Hint

   Consider both immediate and long-term solutions.

6. 6.

   Analyze the impact on a commercial fleet's operational costs if they frequently travel over an uneven roadway with an index above 2500 mm/km.

   Hint

   Consider how vehicle wear affects the bottom line.