12.2.3 - Laboratory Fatigue Testing
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Practice Questions
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What does the Beam Fatigue Test evaluate?
💡 Hint: Think about what stresses pavements experience from vehicles.
What type of stress is measured in the Indirect Tensile Fatigue Test?
💡 Hint: Recall how the loads are applied in this test.
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What is the purpose of the Beam Fatigue Test?
💡 Hint: Think about how pavements are loaded.
True or False: Fatigue testing can predict when pavement cracks will develop.
💡 Hint: Consider the significance of the fatigue life curve.
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Design a research proposal that outlines how you would study the effects of different aggregate types on the fatigue properties of asphalt mixes combining both Beam Fatigue Test and Indirect Tensile Test.
💡 Hint: Think about how aggregate types could affect performance.
Analyze a fictional scenario where a city has experienced premature cracking in newly paved roads. Using knowledge about fatigue testing, explain how you would identify the cause and propose solutions.
💡 Hint: Refer back to how the tests can inform design improvements.
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