29.2 - Wheel load stresses - Westergaard’s stress equation
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What is Westergaard's stress equation used for?
💡 Hint: Think about its role in pavement design.
What does the variable 'P' represent in the stress equations?
💡 Hint: Consider what loads impact the pavement.
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What does σ_i denote in Westergaard’s equations?
💡 Hint: Think about where interior stresses are most relevant.
True or False: The edge stress equation includes a constant term.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the structure of the equations.
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Calculate the maximum interior stress for a slab of 20 cm thickness with a 3000 kg wheel load.
💡 Hint: Focus on substituting values carefully in the equation.
Discuss how varying the slab thickness impacts all types of stresses in the pavement.
💡 Hint: Think about physical behavior under loads.
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