7 Questions
What was a key feature of Roman roads that contributed to their durability?
Construction on a firm-formed subgrade strengthened with wooden piles
Which technology was commonly used in modern roads construction?
Use of cement concrete
What was a notable feature of French road pavements?
200 mm pieces of quarried stone with a flat side
What kind of material was used to strengthen the course of history of highway engineering?
Quarried stone
Which aspect was common to both Roman and French roads?
Longitudinal drains
What technology was significantly different between British and French road construction methods?
Quarried stone with a flat side
Which method focused on providing strength and stiffness through mechanical interlock?
Roman roads construction
Test your knowledge on the multi-disciplinary field of transportation system planning and management, which draws from various disciplines like engineering, economics, and political science. Focus areas include urban transportation planning, long-range plans for transportation systems, and regional passenger transportation.
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