We are pleased to announce that the Eldon J. Yoder Outstanding Paper Award has been awarded to Ali Z. Ashtiani, Adam Amos-Binks, Aaron Williams, Timothy Parsons, from ARA and David R. Brill from the Federal Aviation Administration for their exceptional research paper titled “A Deep-Learning Model to Estimate Rigid Pavement Stresses for Top-Down Cracking Airfield Pavement Design.” This prestigious award was presented during the 13th International Conference on Concrete Pavements, held in Minneapolis from August 25-29, 2024.
Named in honor of Eldon J. Yoder, a renowned figure in pavement engineering, this award recognizes a paper that demonstrates excellence in research, originality, and practical significance in the field of pavement technology. The award-winning paper introduces a cutting-edge deep-learning model designed to estimate stresses in rigid pavements, specifically targeting the challenges of top-down cracking in airfield pavement design.
The innovative approach presented in the paper has the potential to significantly improve the accuracy and efficiency of pavement stress estimation, providing valuable insights that could enhance the design and durability of airfield pavements. The award committee commended the authors for their rigorous research methodology, the practical applications of their findings, and the potential impact of their work on the future of pavement design.
This award reflects the authors’ dedication to advancing the field of pavement engineering and their commitment to addressing critical challenges in infrastructure design. Their work exemplifies the highest standards of research and innovation in the industry.
Please join us in congratulating Ali Z., Adam, Aaron, Timothy, and David on this remarkable achievement.
To read more about the award and past recipients visit: https://13thiccp.concretepavements.org/awards