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OPTIMIZED DESIGN METHOD [1 record]

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Record 1 1987-07-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Airport Runways and Areas
DEF

Design which takes into account all aircraft types having a significant effect on the pavement. This method is preferable if sufficiently reliable and accurate traffic forecasts are available throughout the expected life of the pavement.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pistes et aires d'aéroport
DEF

Dimensionnement prenant en compte tous les types d'avions produisant un effet significatif sur la chaussée. Cette méthode est préférable si l'on peut disposer de prévisions de trafic suffisamment fiables et précises sur toute la durée de vie envisagée pour la chaussée.

Spanish

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