29.5 - Design of joints
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What is the primary purpose of an expansion joint?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to materials when they get hot.
What material are dowel bars primarily made from?
💡 Hint: Consider what materials are commonly used in construction for strength.
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What is the purpose of contraction joints in rigid pavements?
💡 Hint: Think about temperature changes in concrete.
True or False: Tie bars are used to transfer loads between slabs.
💡 Hint: Consider their function in construction.
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Design a pavement section with expansion joints every 140 cm, knowing the maximum temperature differential is 30°C. How would you estimate the required joint thickness?
💡 Hint: Research typical thermal expansion coefficients for concrete.
Conduct a detailed analysis on the spacing of tie bars in a heavily trafficked slab of 25 cm thickness with a width of 6 m. How would you ensure effective load and friction resistance?
💡 Hint: Refer back to previous formulas used for area calculations.
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