"September 2011." Includes bibliographical references (p. 14.15). 31 Original URL for this publication: http://ntl.bts.gov/lib/43000/43500/43503/DowelLoadGuide.pdf
Summary:
This guide provides a summary of the factors and design theories that should be considered when designing dowel load transfer systems for concrete pavement systems (including dowel basket design and fabrication) and presents recommendations for widespread adoption (i.e., standardization). Development of the guide was sponsored by the National Concrete Consortium with the goal of helping practitioners develop and implement dowel load transfer designs based on knowledge about current research and best practices.
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