India, July 23 -- * The framework combines climate data, thermal modelling, and machine learning to improve rigid (concrete) pavement design recommendations. * Researchers identified five microzones, showing that Gujarat's rigid pavements experience different thermal behaviours, challenging the one-size-fits-all approach used in concrete road design. * The framework is transferable and can support the development of region-specific rigid pavement design practices in other parts of India and the world. * Exploring A Smarter Way to Build Climate-Resilient Roads Gandhinagar : Every year from June to September, India experiences the monsoon season. While the visible heavy rainfall often takes the blame for many roads requiring repairs much soon...