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P49: Quantifying the Benefits of Geosynthetics for the Mechanical Stabilisation of Subgrade Soils. (Year 1 – 2015/16): An interim design approach

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Dr Erik Denneman
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Geosynthetics have been used in pavement design for over three decades. Geosynthetics offer the potential to reduce granular pavement thicknesses, which can lead to cost reduction and sustainability benefits. It is envisaged that in the near future TMR may conduct a full scale pavement trial with a range of geosynthetic products. This trial is expected to inform the development of a state-of-the-art design method for pavements containing geosynthetics. In the interim, there is a need to implement a practical approach to allow the design of pavements containing geosynthetics in Queensland.

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