Roads as Structures: Classification and Design Principles

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This lecture explores the role of roads as structural elements, emphasising their importance in infrastructure and fundamental structural principles. It examines pavement classification, detailing flexible, rigid, and composite types. Key design principles are discussed, focusing on balancing function, environmental impacts, and economic considerations. Factors influencing pavement performance, such as traffic, environmental conditions, and maintenance, are analysed. Finally, modern...