After the construction of a pavement system, deterioration occurs because of traffic loading and weathering action and results in the formation of various types of distresses and an increase in pavement roughness ...
America’s highway system is critical to meeting the mobility and economic needs of local communities, regions, and the nation. Developments in research and technology—such as advanced materials, communications technology ...
Six cycles of research have now been completed at the NCAT Test Track, and the findings have helped sponsors refine their materials specifications, construction practices and pavement design procedures for asphalt pavements ...
Pavement thickness design in the U.S. has been predominantly empirically‐based since the 1960’s. The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) pavement design guides published from ...
Over the years, the asphalt industry has developed and quickly adopted a number of innovative and sustainable materials and technologies (hereinafter referred to as materials) for use in flexible pavements. While sustainability is a broadly-used term ...
State highway agencies (SHAs) continually face important financial decisions when planning a new or reconstructed highway. For example, what is the initial investment for the highway? How much is needed periodically to maintain the highway ...
