What is difference between Asphalt and Bitumen?
I assume you are talking about flexible (asphalt) pavements. Sacrification is needed when the cuts, potholes and all deformations are such that : The optimum moisture content required for proper binding can no longer be met. The filler material won't bend properly if just put judging by the conditioRead more
I assume you are talking about flexible (asphalt) pavements. Sacrification is needed when the cuts, potholes and all deformations are such that :
- The optimum moisture content required for proper binding can no longer be met.
- The filler material won’t bend properly if just put judging by the condition of the pavement.
- The peak daily traffic on the road, does not permit it to be safe without reconstruction.
The entire bituminous layer until the depth of the craters is scraped off, and a new layer with fresh material is then applied to reconstruct the road.
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Kamlaksha Rana
In simple words, bitumen is a liquid that binds together asphalt. Asphalt-It is a mixture prepared by adding aggregates(sand, gravel, slag, crushed rocks) with appropriate binders like bitumen. Then it is laid down on-site to a decided level or thickness by a paving machine. Bitumen- This is the heaRead more
In simple words, bitumen is a liquid that binds together asphalt.
Asphalt-It is a mixture prepared by adding aggregates(sand, gravel, slag, crushed rocks) with appropriate binders like bitumen. Then it is laid down on-site to a decided level or thickness by a paving machine.
Bitumen- This is the heavy semi-solid hydrocarbon produced by the distillation of crude oil.
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