Network-Level Pavement Structural Evaluation
Publication: Journal of Infrastructure Systems
Volume 24, Issue 4
Abstract
This paper addresses the use of traffic-speed deflection devices for the structural evaluation of pavements at the network level as part of an effort funded by the Federal Highway Administration. Highlights from three major efforts—gathering of information to identify viable devices, field trials at or near the MnROAD facility to evaluate viable devices, and data analyses to identify and select the best deflection indices—are presented. In addition, suggestions for the implementation of the results within network-level pavement management system applications are provided and technology improvements recommended.
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Acknowledgments
This study was carried out as part of the FHWA Research Project DTFH61-12-C-00031. The authors would like to thank the FHWA for its support in funding this research project. The contents of this report reflect the view of the authors, who are responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official views or policies of the FHWA.
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Journal of Infrastructure Systems
Volume 24 • Issue 4 • December 2018
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©2018 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Aug 17, 2015
Accepted: May 31, 2018
Published online: Sep 27, 2018
Published in print: Dec 1, 2018
Discussion open until: Feb 27, 2019
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