TYPICAL GEOGRID SPECIFICATIONS
Relevancy of Material Properties in Predicting the Performance of Geogrid Stabilized Roadways
Mark H. Wayne, Ph.D., P.E., MASCEStephen Archer, P.E.
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* Robert M. Koerner (2012-01-16). Designing with Geosynthetics - 6th Edition Vol. 1 (Kindle Locations 1590-1591). Xlibris. Kindle Edition.
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Van Gurp, C.A.P.M.,. de Haan, P.F. en Wennink, P.M., Voorspelling van verbeterend effect van geokunststofwapening in een wegfundering – Analyse van literatuur onderzoek. Rapport e00288-2. KOAC•NPC. Apeldoorn, November 2000.A rough translation of the title: Prediction of improving effect of geosynthetics reinforcement in a granular base – analysis of literature research
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
UNPAVED ROAD DESIGN
APERTURE STABILITY
AASHTO STANDARD PRACTICE
PAVED ROAD DESIGN
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