Performance Assessment of Geocell-Reinforced Unpaved Roads Through Field Testing and Finite Element Modeling

Finite element modeling of an unpaved road reinforced with cellular geosynthetic reinforcements under full-scale traffic loading

Unpaved roads, widely used in rural areas with low traffic volumes, are particularly vulnerable to rutting under heavy vehicle loads, especially when constructed over soft subgrades. Incorporating geosynthetic reinforcement within the aggregate base layer has proven to be an effective solution to mitigate such deformat...

Effect of geogrid reinforcement layers on soft subgrades in unpaved roads under repeated loading

Geogrids are widely used in unpaved roads to reduce rutting and improve bearing capacity. Laboratory and field studies have demonstrated the benefits of geogrid reinforcement; however, the reinforcement mechanisms remain complex and difficult to quantify when the reinforcement configuration changes. This study examined...

Optimized Pavement Design for Enhanced Performance: Incorporating Geogrid and Geocell Reinforcements

Pavement design is a complex process requiring the integration of traffic loads, soil characteristics, and environmental conditions. This study investigates optimized pavement structures reinforced with geogrids and geocells to enhance durability, load-bearing capacity, and cost-efficiency. Analytical and multi-paramet...

Stability Aspects of the Utilization of Geocell in Tunnel Pavement Construction

Experimental evaluation and design framework for geocomposite-reinforced working platforms on soft subgrades

Working platforms are critical temporary geotechnical structures used to support heavy construction equipment operating over weak cohesive subgrades. Their performance depends on the ability of the platform system to distribute applied stresses, mobilise sufficient bearing resistance, and maintain operational stability...

A small-scale experimental approach for preliminary screening of pavement performance under cyclic loading with controlled surface confinement

Geosynthetics are widely used in road construction to improve structural performance. Their performance has been evaluated using both large-scale field tests and laboratory-based cyclic loading tests. However, laboratory investigations are often limited by cost, space, and preparation requirements. This study therefore...