A 7-day average high temperature of the pavement at a ¾” depth is expected to be 138 degrees F (std. dev. 3.5 deg. F), and the average low temperature in the pavement is expected to reach 10 degrees F (std. dev. 2.5 deg. F). The pavement will be used to repave the intersection of a busy local road. Address the following: a) Determine the performance grade of the asphalt that should be used for this pavement with 98% reliability. b) Discuss the general considerations for ductility of the binder for the conditions stated. c) If a penetration test yields a penetration of 8.5 mm into the asphalt, list its penetration grade, viscosity grade, and expected flashpoint. d) Discuss the suitability of the addition of lime to the pavement mix.

A 7-day average high temperature of the pavement at a ¾” depth is expected to be 138 degrees F (std. dev. 3.5 deg. F), and the average low temperature in the pavement is expected to reach 10 degrees F (std. dev. 2.5 deg. F). The pavement will be used to repave the intersection of a busy local road. Address the following: a) Determine the performance grade of the asphalt that should be used for this pavement with 98% reliability. b) Discuss the general considerations for ductility of the binder for the conditions stated. c) If a penetration test yields a penetration of 8.5 mm into the asphalt, list its penetration grade, viscosity grade, and expected flashpoint. d) Discuss the suitability of the addition of lime to the pavement mix.

Traffic and Highway Engineering

5th Edition

ISBN:9781305156241

Author:Garber, Nicholas J.

Publisher:Garber, Nicholas J.

Chapter19: Design Of Flexible Highway Pavements

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