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Yes, Geotextile Fabric can improve road performance when used in a properly designed pavement structure. It is often installed between the natural subgrade and the aggregate base layer. Without separation, repeated vehicle movement can push aggregate particles into soft soil, while fine soil particles may move upward into the stone layer. This mixing can weaken the road foundation and lead to uneven surfaces, cracks, or maintenance problems. A suitable geotextile creates a separating layer that helps maintain the integrity of both materials. Certain high-strength woven products can also provide reinforcement by distributing loads across a wider area. This can be particularly useful where the ground has low bearing capacity. However, the fabric does not replace proper soil preparation, compaction, drainage design, or adequate pavement thickness. Engineers must assess traffic loads, ground conditions, and construction methods before specifying it. When all these factors are considered, Geotextile Fabric can contribute to stronger and more stable road foundations.
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