Abstract：The dynamic displacement response of an infinite strip resting on a viscoelastic foundation，where horizontal resistance exists at its bottom，has been investigated when the system is subjected to an impact loading. A linear hysteretic nature for the foundation was considered. By using the triangular series method and Fourier integral transformation method，the analytical solutions are achieved. Analyses were performed to investigate the effects of various parameters such as the loading duration，strip thickness，damping，and stiffness of foundation，and to examine how the horizontal resistance at the plate bottom affects the vibration. The results presented herein can provide the theoretical foundation for the pavement engineering design and roadway evaluation.
