Modeling and Model Verification; Testing Pavement Layers and Materials; and Low-Cost Drainage Structures

摘要

The 12 papers included in this volume represent three general groups. Theycontain information for those who are interested in numerical and centrifuge modeling, testing and evaluation of pavements, and low-cost drainage structures. In the first group of five papers the authors present innovative modeling approaches aimed at solving some major concerns of the transportation agencies. These papers contain information on full size prototype rockfall barrier test results that provide tools for design modifications and improvements; centrifuge model tests on liquefaction of saturated loose sands that result in flowslides, seismic stability of sand foundations, and studies that simulate chemical movement through soils surrounding underground fuel storage tanks; and finite element analysis of sheetpile cell filling. The second group of five papers focuses on issues related to pavements. The third group contains two papers on drainage of low-volume roads.