There are different methods of grading of bitumen such as chewing, penetration grading, viscosity grading and superpave performance grading of bitumen which are discussed in this article.
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Viscosity of Bituminous Materials – Measurements and Factors
Introduction to Viscosity and Rheology of Bituminous Materials The resistance of a liquid in flowing is defined as the viscosity of that fluid. Under the action of force, the fluid reflects higher resistance when the viscosity is high. The two ...
Why is Bitumen Used in Road Construction? Properties and Advantage of Bitumen for Pavements
Bitumen is used in road construction due to various properties and advantages it has over other pavement construction materials. Advantages of bitumen for road construction is discussed.
Different Types of Bitumen, their Properties and Uses
There are different types of bitumen available with different properties, specifications and uses based on requirements of consuming industry.
Types of Bituminous Materials in Construction – Uses and Properties
Materials that are bound together with bitumen are called bituminous materials. Propertis and uses of bitumnious materials are discussed.
Design of Flexible Pavement by Semi Empirical Method
There are various methods of flexible pavement design such as empirical and semi-empirical methods. Flexible pavement design by semi-empirical method is discussed in this article.
Permeable Pavement System – Its Construction Details, Importance and Uses
Permeable pavement system allows percolation of rainfall water. The importance, construction and cross-section of permeable pavements are discussed here.
Factors Influencing Pavement Design
There are many factors affecting pavement design. These factors are appropriately considered for design and construction of good quality pavements.