Bituminous Binders and Mixes [Hardcover]

The aim of the studies presented in this report is the implementation of rational concepts and testing procedures for the design and manufacture of bituminous materials for applications in pavement construction. Practical test procedures are recommended for binder evaluation, mix design and performance assessment of bituminous materials. The three main topics addressed are binder testing, mix design and mechanical testing of mixtures. Each is examined through interlaboratory tests and there is a literary review of existing practices and methods for the production of polymer modified binders, mixture design and the mechanical properties of mixtures.

Bituminous binders.  Testing and appraisal of polymer modified road bitumens.  Interlaboratory tests on the rheology of bituminous binders.  Mixture design.  State of the art report on mix design.  Interlaboratory tests on mix design. Mechanical testing of mixtures.  State of the art on complex modulus and fatigue of bituminous mixes.  Interlaboratory tests on modulus and fatigue testing

'At a time of profound changes in experimental procedures and specifications for asphalts, this book will be a source of information and reference not only for research scientists but also for highway engineers and practitioners '- IAT News

L. Francken