Testing Water Absorption Test On Pavers Block

Based on the proposed design methodology of ICBP, a design chart and design software were also developed. Based on the proposed deflection prediction model, a design methodology was developed in accordance with IRC 37 (2018). Rutting and deflection were the two failure criteria considered while designing ICBP. For the assumed ICBP layer thickness, the actual and allowed values for deflection and rutting criteria were determined. The actual and allowable rutting were calculated as per IRC 37 (2018) guidelines. The Shell equation was used to compute allowable rutting and the IIT PAVE software was used to calculate the actual rutting. Similarly, the actual deflection was measured using the proposed deflection model and the permissible deflection was calculated using Sun's rutting equation (1996). A design methodology is developed based on the failure criteria. A design chart is generated based on the design methodology for various sub grade strength sand traffic in the wider range. A designs of tware called NITT-BLOCKPAVE was established to explore the ICBP section for various CBR and traffic conditions. It was recommended to provide zigzag shaped blocks with herringbone pattern. The NITT-BLOCKPAVE aids in attaining the ICBP section which satisfies the design criteria.