Guidelines for the Use of Expanded Polystyrene (eps)-Block Geofoam for the Function of Lightweight Fill in Road Embankment Projects
Arellano, David
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Description
Title
Guidelines for the Use of Expanded Polystyrene (eps)-Block Geofoam for the Function of Lightweight Fill in Road Embankment Projects
Author(s)
Arellano, David
Issue Date
2005
Doctoral Committee Chair(s)
Stark, Timothy D.
Department of Study
Civil Engineering
Discipline
Civil Engineering
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
Ph.D.
Degree Level
Dissertation
Keyword(s)
Geotechnology
Language
eng
Abstract
This dissertation presents a design guideline or procedure as well as an appropriate material and construction standard. It is anticipated that the results of this study will encourage greater and more consistent use of EPS-block geofoam as an alternative for construction of embankments over soft ground. The ultimate benefit of this is an optimization of both the technical performance as well as cost of EPS-block geofoam embankments. The research has confirmed that EPS-block geofoam can provide a safe and economical solution to problems with construction of roadway embankments on soft soils. Although this study addresses only EPS-block geofoam, the completed design manual can serve as a blueprint for development of design guidelines for other types of lightweight fills.
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