13.2 - Objectives of Bituminous Mix Design
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What is the primary purpose of stability in bituminous mix design?
💡 Hint: Think about how a pavement responds to traffic.
Define durability in the context of bituminous mixtures.
💡 Hint: Consider factors like water and weather.
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What is the main goal of ensuring stability in a bituminous mix?
💡 Hint: Consider how the mix behaves under stress.
True or False: A mix with high void content is always better.
💡 Hint: Think about the balance needed for performance.
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Design a bituminous mix that achieves high stability and low voids. How will this affect the performance?
💡 Hint: Consider how stability interacts with void content.
Assume a mix fails a durability test. What modifications would you propose to improve its resistance to environmental factors?
💡 Hint: Think about materials that can improve the mix's ability to withstand water and oxidation.
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