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• Paving blocks: Thickness, Stiffness = 3200 MPa, Poisson’s ratio = 0.3. No failure criterion selected (default NONE under failure criteria drop-down)
• Bedding sand: Thickness, Stiffness = 200 MPa, Poisson's ratio = 0.35. No failure criteria selected (default NONE under failure criteria drop-down)

A standard mechanistic-empirical analysis is then performed with the focus on the behaviour of the supporting structure, i.e., either analysing a layer for deformation or fatigue failure depending on the materials under consideration.

Note that as with any layer material defined in a mechanistic-empirical design setup, a proper specification or reference to the standard specification for both the paving blocks and bedding sand is critical to ensure good performance.


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