18.3.2 - Desirable Properties of Joint Fillers
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What is the importance of high compressibility in joint fillers?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to concrete with temperature changes.
Define recovery after compression.
💡 Hint: Consider the behavior of a sponge after being squeezed.
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What property allows joint fillers to deform with concrete movement?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how concrete changes shape with heat.
True or False: Joint fillers must absorb water to prove their effectiveness.
💡 Hint: Consider what would happen to a sponge if it absorbed too much water.
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Analyze a pavement joint filler that fails due to high water absorption in a rainy area. Discuss the long-term maintenance challenges it might create.
💡 Hint: Think about the lifecycle of materials in wet environments.
Consider a concrete structure that experiences significant temperature fluctuations. What properties of joint fillers would you prioritize to ensure durability, and why?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the impact of temperature changes on materials.
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