Bitumen is used in road construction due to various properties and advantages it has over other pavement construction materials. Advantages of bitumen for road construction is discussed.
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Factors Influencing Pavement Design
There are many factors affecting pavement design. These factors are appropriately considered for design and construction of good quality pavements.
DISINTEGRATION OF WBM & ASPHALT ROADS
Various Cause of Disintegration of Water Bound Macadam and Surface Treated (Asphalt Roads): 1. Inadequate stability or strength 2. Loss of binding action 3. Loss of base course materials 4. Inadequate Weaving Course 5. Use of inferior materials 6. Lack ...
Steps in Bituminous Road Construction
Bitumen road construction consists of various steps such as preparation of base course, application of bituminous coat, placement of bituminous mix, rolling and check for quality etc. which are discussed. Steps in Bituminous Road Construction 1. Preparation of the existing ...
Los Angeles Abrasion Test on Aggregates -Values for Pavements and Roads
Los Angeles abrasion test on aggregates is the measure of aggregate toughness and abrasion resistance such as crushing, degradation and disintegration. This test is carried out by AASHTO T 96 or ASTM C 131: Resistance to Degradation of Small-Size Coarse Aggregate ...