Presents a complete coverage of all aspects of the theory and practice of pavement design including the latest concepts.

FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES

Pavement Types, Wheel Loads, and Design Factors
Stresses in Flexible Pavements
Stresses in Rigid Pavements
Vehicle and Traffic Considerations
Climate, Environment
The Economic Factor, Design Strategies, Systems Analysis

PROPERTIES OF PAVEMENT COMPONENTS: MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION

Soil Classification
Materials Characterization
Soil and Base Stabilization
Subgrades
Bases and Subbases
Bituminous Surfaces
Material Variability

DESIGN OF FLEXIBLE PAVEMENTS

Design of Flexible Airport Pavements
Design of Flexible Highway Pavements

DESIGN OF RIGID PAVEMENTS

Design of Rigid Airport Pavements
Design of Rigid Highway Pavements

PAVEMENT EVALUATION AND REHABILITATION

Pavement Distress
Condition Surveys
Strengthening Existing Pavements