While all wall designers in the United States are familiar with the ASD process (though some may not be aware of the name), only a few are familiar with, or even aware of, the LRFD concept. Program MSEW(3.0)=Version 3.0 of software analyzing Mechanically Stabilized Earth Walls including reinforced SRW.ĭetails of MSEW(3.0) are posted at Abbreviated names are just names, not substance however, such names do imply design procedures with serious outcomes.SRW=Segmental Retaining Walls reinforced with geosynthetics (e.g., reinforced block walls).
LRFD=Load Resistance Factor Design (e.g., AASHTO 2004).ASD=Allowable Stress Design (e.g., AASHTO 1998, 2002 or NCMA in the private sector).
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