Highway construction can be characterized by large right-of-way having length of considerable amount. Due to this, Highway materials are needed in large quantum. Depending upon the type of highway pavement, flexible or rigid the highway material required for highway construction is decided. This post contains general information regarding the Types of highway materials used in … Read more
Transportation system of any country dictates the extent and level of the infrastructure. The efficiency of transportation system enhances the movement of masses which in turn makes the country grow socially and economically. @import url(http://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Oswald:700); Transportation engineer has to very much look ahead of challenges from design as well as from execution point of view … Read more
The word Fatigue means repetitive action of loads, thus fatigue cracking by names means cracking due to the repetition of loads. As the pavement is subjected to number of vehicles of different sizes and loads the stress keeps on pilling up and thus the cracks appears which are interconnected in nature. @import url(http://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Oswald:700); Development of … Read more
Designation (Number): B.S. 812: Part 112: 1990. Scope: -Testing coarse aggregates for resistance to Impact Aggregates: -combination of sand, gravel, crushed stone, or other material of mineral composition-Natural aggregates taken from quarries (natural deposits)-Manufactured aggregates include blast furnace slag, clay and slate etc. Aggregate Classification (ASTM C125) Fine Aggregates are defined as aggregates passing no. … Read more
This report presents guidance on the application of geometric design criteria to facilities functionally classified as local roads and streets. The report is subdivided into sections on rural roads, urban streets.A local road or street serves primarily to provide access to farms, residences, businesses, or other abutting properties. Although local roads and streets may be … Read more
