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    Infrastructure in Poor Condition: Reconstruction and Maintenance of Potholes at the Corner of Francia Street and Río Negro Street in Paraná City
    (2023-10-27) Muller, Tanya; Sattler, Sofia; Tomassi, Ana Paula
    Summary— Potholes in a city reveal inadequate construction and lack of maintenance. These problems are frequent in various areas of the city of Paraná, contributing to the widespread problem of potholes. Although potholes are found throughout Paraná, in this work the focus is on a specific street in the city. The presentation aims to address the problem of a pothole located at the intersection of Francia Street and Río Negro Street in Paraná. To fulfil this aim, this work suggests using polymeric materials, specifically geogrids, to enhance the street surface, offering a practical and thoughtful solution to the problem. This is the way that this work is organized. First, the context of the city area that is the focus of this work will be described, followed by a description of pictures that show the area where the problem is located. Next, the problem will be stated, analysing its causes and consequences. Then, a possible solution will be presented to solve the problem. Finally, the positive and negative aspects of the proposal will be addressed. This work offers a replicable and sustainable solution to address the pothole issue in cities like Paraná. This solution aims to improve road safety, reduce repair costs and vehicle damage, and enhance the well-being and safety of the local community.