10.1 - Definition and Role of Bituminous Binders
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What is a bituminous binder?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a glue for roads.
Name one key function of bituminous binders.
💡 Hint: It's what helps hold everything together.
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What is the primary role of bituminous binders?
💡 Hint: Think about why pavements stay intact.
Bituminous binders can provide waterproofing. True or False?
💡 Hint: Consider why roads might degrade without this feature.
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How would changing the viscosity of a bituminous binder influence its performance? Provide a detailed example.
💡 Hint: Consider how traffic loads might change.
Discuss how understanding the composition of asphaltenes and maltenes can lead to better binder formulations for specific local conditions.
💡 Hint: Think about the blending of materials for better performance.
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