Holistic Design and Selection Criteria for Unbound Geomaterials Used in Pavement Systems

Status:  Active
Project Start Date:  07/10/2025

Summary:

The characteristics of unbound geomaterials used in roadway base layers significantly impact the long-term performance of pavements. This research will address the lack of a holistic and comprehensive approach towards mechanical and hydraulic properties of base materials predominately used in Minnesota. These materials play a crucial role in the overall structural capacity of pavement systems.

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Project Personnel:

Principal Investigator:  Bora Cetin

Co-Principal Investigator:  Mike Lanotte, William J. Likos, Tuncer Edil

Technical Liaison:  Ceren Aydin

Project Coordinator:  Brent Rusco

Panel Members: 
Andrew Engel - McLeod County
Bernard Izevbekhai - Materials & Road Research
Bruce Tanquist - Materials & Road Research
Glenn Engstrom - Aggregate and Ready Mix Assoc. of MN
Joseph Podolsky - Materials & Road Research
Raul Velasquez - Materials & Road Research
Terrence Beaudry - Materials & Road Research