Genetic optimization method of asphalt pavement based on rutting and cracking control

Abstract

Nowadays asphalt pavement structure bearing is not the main subject for pursuers to study. Comparatively, the pavement performance is more important and emphasized. Based on this, rutting and cracking analysis is introduced into pavement optimization. A optimization model based on these two considerations is also established. The genetic algorithms (GAs) is adopted to solve the model. It is an intellective method. This research provides a new idea and technique for asphalt pavement structure optimization.

Keywords

asphalt pavement / optimization / genetic algorithms / rutting / cracking

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