Repeat Problem 20-12, with the slab containing temperature steel in the form of welded wire mesh consisting of 0.125 in2 steel/ft width. The modulus of steel, Es, is 30 × 106 lb/in2, Ec = 5 × 106 lb/in2, and h = 6 inches.

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Use Equation 20.20 to determine length of pavement between contraction joints.



First, determine the modular ratio, n.



Use Equation 20.20 to determine length of pavement between contraction joints.



Therefore, the maximum distance between contraction joints should be 59 ft.

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