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Cracks in Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement

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In this study, an analytical formula is introduced to predict the number of cracks and crack width in continuously reinforced concrete pavements (CRCPs). The effects of different parameters on the crack width are investigated. The analytical results show that length, thickness, reinforcement ratio and relative humidity have a considerable effect on shrinkage strain, number of cracks and crack width. Through case study using the equations, the minimum steel ratio to keep crack width below the allowable crack width in CRCP is suggested. The validity of the equations is also verified by comparing the analytical results with experimental data.

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    Kheira Ouzaa & Mohammed Benali Benmansour

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Ouzaa, K., Benmansour, M.B. Cracks in Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement. Arab J Sci Eng 39, 8593–8608 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13369-014-1442-7

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