Asphalt-Aggregate Mixtures Analysis System

Asphalt-Aggregate Mixtures Analysis System
Author: C. Hughes
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Total Pages: 24
Release: 1989
Genre: Asphalt concrete
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This paper presents the philosophy of the asphalt-aggregate mixture analysis system (AAMAS) concept and provides a brief discussion on those factors that must be included in the design of optimum paving mixtures based on performance-related criteria. Typically, the structural design of asphalt concrete pavements is based on assumed material properties (layer stiffness coefficients, resilient modulus, and fatigue or permanent deformation constants or both). After the structural design has been completed, materials are submitted and a mixture design is completed. The question then becomes: Does the as-placed material meet the assumptions used in structural design?.

Summary Report on Aging of Asphalt-aggregate Systems

Summary Report on Aging of Asphalt-aggregate Systems
Author: Chris A. Bell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 128
Release: 1989
Genre: Aggregates (Building materials)
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This is a report on the state of the art of research on the phenomenon of the aging of asphalt-aggregate mixtures. Compared to research on the aging of asphalt cement, there has been little research on the aging of asphalt mixtures. Binder studies are considered as well as mixture sutdies, the relationship between laboratory aging tests and field performance, and the relationship between chemical composition and field performance. Recommendations are made for aging procedures which show promise for laboratory investigation. Test methods to evaluate aging are also considered. It is noted that extended heating procedures show the most promise for short-term aging and pressure oxidation and/or extended heating the most promise for long-term aging.