Table 2 Material properties of the components.
Components | Thermal expansion coefficient (°C−1) | Elastic modulus (Pa) | Poisson’s ratio | Density (kg/m3) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Wide-narrow joint | 1.0 × 10–5 | 3.55 × 1010 | 0.2 | 2500 |
Track slab | 1.0 × 10–5 | 3.55 × 1010 | 0.2 | 2500 |
CA mortar | 1.3 × 10–5 | 8.0 × 109 | 0.2 | 2400 |
Concrete base | 1.0 × 10–5 | 3.25 × 1010 | 0.2 | 2500 |