Trials of High-friction Surfaces for Highways

Trials of High-friction Surfaces for Highways
Author: J. C. Nicholls
Publisher: Thomas Telford
Total Pages: 32
Release: 1998
Genre: Pavements
ISBN: 9780727728050

High-friction surface systems are used to support the DETR`s skidding standard on high stress sites. Until recently an epoxy resin was used as a binder to obtain the necessary skid resistance, but with increased demand for high-friction surface systems, alternative systems have come onto the market using different resins as binders. This report describes a series of road trials, set up to compare the performance of a range of resin systems (epoxy-resin, polyurethane-resin, acrylic-resin and rosin-ester). Systems are ranked in terms of maintained skid resistance, texture depth and longevity. Consideration of the different laying techniques employed for different resins indicates that the choice of resin type may be influenced by constraints imposed while laying as well as the performance requirements in service. The results from a series of laboratory tests which have been devised to simulate accelerated wear under trafficking support the road trial conclusions. The results have been used to develop performance-related criteria for a Highway Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS) certification procedure which can be used to assess existing systems and systems that may be developed in future.

Laboratory Tests on High-Friction Surfaces for Highways

Laboratory Tests on High-Friction Surfaces for Highways
Author: J.C. Nicholls
Publisher: Thomas Telford
Total Pages: 48
Release: 1999-02-10
Genre: Motor vehicles
ISBN: 9780727727947

- Executive summary - Abstract - Introduction - Test Methods - Test programme - Conclusion - Acknowledgements - References - Appendix A: Requirements for Asphalt slabs - Appendix B: Requirements for Concrete slabs - Appendix C: Procedure for applying High-friction surfaces and the measurement of the surfacing thickness - Appendix D: Test procedure for determination of texture depth - Appendix E: Test procedure for determination of skid resistance value - Appendix F: Test procedure for determination of the degree of erosion and visual observations - Appendix G: Test procedure for scuffing - Appendix H: Test procedure for wear - Appendix J: Test procedure for tensile adhesion - Appendix K: Procedure for heat-ageing conditioning - Appendix L: Procedure of freeze-thaw conditioning - Appendix M: Procedure for diesel susceptibility conditioning - Appendix N: Test procedure for determination of thermal movement - Appendix P: Test procedure for optional tests - Appendix Q: Test procedure for determination of resistance to peeling - Appendix R: Procedure for visual assessment of trial sites

Specification Trials of High-performance Hot Rolled Asphalt Wearing Courses

Specification Trials of High-performance Hot Rolled Asphalt Wearing Courses
Author: J.C. Nicholls
Publisher: Thomas Telford
Total Pages: 40
Release: 1998
Genre: Asphalt cement
ISBN: 9780727728043

- Executive Summary - Introduction - Specification - Trial sites - Compliance testing and analysis - Monitoring - Conclusions - Acknowledgements - References - Appendix A: Summary of results from compliance test - Appendix B: Results from survey by high speed survey vehicle - Abstract - Related publications

8th RILEM International Conference on Mechanisms of Cracking and Debonding in Pavements

8th RILEM International Conference on Mechanisms of Cracking and Debonding in Pavements
Author: Armelle Chabot
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 735
Release: 2016-05-25
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9402408673

This book presents the latest advances in research to analyze mechanical damage and its detection in multilayer systems. The contents are linked to the Rilem TC241 - MCD scientific activities and the proceedings of the 8th RILEM International Conference on Mechanisms of Cracking and Debonding in Pavements (MCD2016). MCD2016 was hosted by Ifsttar and took place in Nantes, France, on June 7-9, 2016. In their lifetime, pavements undergo degradation due to different mechanisms of which cracking is among the most important ones. The damage and the fracture behavior of all its material layers as well as interfaces must be understood. In that field, the research activities aims to develop a deeper fundamental understanding of the mechanisms responsible for cracking and debonding in asphalt concrete and composite (e.g. asphalt overlays placed on PCC or thin cement concrete overlay placed on asphalt layer) pavement systems.

Guide for Pavement Friction

Guide for Pavement Friction
Author:
Publisher: AASHTO
Total Pages: 87
Release: 2008
Genre: Pavements
ISBN: 1560514280

This report contains guidelines and recommendations for managing and designing for friction on highway pavements. The contents of this report will be of interest to highway materials, construction, pavement management, safety, design, and research engineers, as well as others concerned with the friction and related surface characteristics of highway pavements.

Asphalt Surfacings

Asphalt Surfacings
Author: J Cliff Nicholls
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 425
Release: 2002-11-01
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 0203477634

Asphalt Surfacings has been written as a reference to the various asphalt course materials and surfacing treatments that are currently available to engineers, enabling them to select the materials and/or treatment that are appropriate for use on specific sites. Appropriate reference is made to the lower structural layers as the properties of all layers interact in producing the required pavement. The current established position in the UK and the emerging developments throughout the UK and Europe are covered. The contributors are all acknowledged authorities on their particular topics selected from every part of the highway engineering industry to achieve a balance between the various approaches required by the different functions they perform.

Roads and Airports Pavement Surface Characteristics

Roads and Airports Pavement Surface Characteristics
Author: Maurizio Crispino
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 936
Release: 2023-06-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000954854

Roads and Airports Pavement Surface Characteristics contains the papers presented at the 9th International Symposium on Pavement Surface Characteristics (SURF 2022, Milan, Italy, 12-14 September 2022). The symposium was jointly organized by the Italian company that manages Italy’s National Roads (ANAS –Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane Group), the World Road Association (PIARC) and Politecnico di Milano. The contributions aim to improve the quality of pavement surface characteristics while accomplishing efficiency, safety, sustainability, and addressing new generation mobility needs. The book covers topics from emerging research to engineering practice, and is divided in the following sections: Advanced and performing construction methods and equipment Next generation mobility Data monitoring and performance assessment Surface features and performances| Maintenance and preservation treatments Pavement management Economic and political strategies Safety and risk issues Minimizing road impacts Sustainability and performances issues about materials and design Pavements surfaces and urban heat islands Weather conditions impact Airport pavements Roads and Airports Pavement Surface Characteristics is of interest to academics, engineers and professionals in the fields of pavement engineering, transport infrastructure, and related disciplines.

Highway Safety, Design and Operations

Highway Safety, Design and Operations
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Public Works. Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight
Publisher:
Total Pages: 324
Release: 1971
Genre: Traffic regulations
ISBN:

Polished Stone Value of Aggregates and In-Service Skidding Resistance

Polished Stone Value of Aggregates and In-Service Skidding Resistance
Author: P. G. Roe
Publisher: Thomas Telford
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1999-02-10
Genre: Pavements
ISBN: 9780727728081

- Executive Summary - Introduction - Background - Studies of aggregate performance in-service - Discussion - implications of desk studies - Laboratory studies of polishing mechanism - Developing a revised standard - Proposed revision to HD28 - Further research - Conclusions - Acknowledgements - References - Appendix A: Laboratory studies of polishing mechanism - Appendix B: Comparison of PSV requirements in HD28/94 with proposed replacement - Abstract - Related publications