1.3.3. Pavement analysis and design

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary material used in flexible pavements?

   Hint

   Think about the surface material used commonly for roadways.

2. 2.

   Name a benefit of proper drainage design in pavements.

   Hint

   Consider what happens to roads during heavy rain.

3. 3.

   What defines a flexible pavement?

   • Made of concrete
   • Primarily made of asphalt
   • Distributes load evenly

   Hint

   Remember which materials these roads have in common.

4. 4.

   True or False: Rigid pavements can only be used for low-traffic areas.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about where we typically see concrete roads.

5. 5.

   You are tasked with designing a road in an area with extreme temperature variations. Discuss the best type of pavement to use and justify your choice.

   Hint

   Consider how temperature variations affect material performance.

6. 6.

   Evaluate a pavement that has failed within a year of installation. Identify potential issues in the design and maintenance processes that could have led to this failure.

   Hint

   Look at all aspects of how the pavement was designed and maintained.