Practice Crack Propagation Mechanisms - 12.5.3 | 12. Mechanical Behavior of Bituminous Mixes | Pavement Materials
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12.5.3 - Crack Propagation Mechanisms

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What causes cracks to initiate in bituminous mixes?

💡 Hint: Think about the weak points in the material.

Question 2

Easy

What does fracture energy (Gf) measure?

💡 Hint: Consider it as the energy buffer of the material.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What initiates crack formation in bituminous mixes?

  • High temperatures
  • Flaws or air voids
  • Compaction quality

💡 Hint: Think about what defects in material could lead to a weakness.

Question 2

True or False: Higher fracture energy indicates a material is more resistant to crack growth.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what Gf represents.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze a bituminous mix with high air voids and predict its crack propagation behavior under cyclic loading.

💡 Hint: Consider how air voids affect overall structural integrity.

Question 2

Design a bituminous mix to minimize crack propagation. Discuss the factors to consider in your design.

💡 Hint: Think about how each component contributes to durability.

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