Application of Slab Analysis Methods to Rigid Pavement Problems.

摘要

The discrete-element method of slab analysis provides a unique method for analyzing both complex and common pavement problems. The purpose of this report is to illustrate the application of this tool to a typical rigid pavement design problem. The problem chosen for use herein involves the design of concrete shoulder pavements. To facilitate the practical use of the SLAB computer program a detailed description of the guide for data input for the computer program is presented. This report also describes all the necessary steps to be taken by a design engineer in the analysis of any typical problem. (Author Modified Abstract)