15.2.2 - Components of Superpave System
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Practice Questions
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What does PG stand for in the Superpave Binder Specification?
💡 Hint: Think about what performance relates to in construction.
Name one property considered in Superpave Aggregate Specifications.
💡 Hint: Think about the shape of the aggregates.
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What does the PG in Performance-Graded Binder represent?
💡 Hint: Focus on what PG stands for in construction terms.
True or False: The Superpave system does not consider temperature when grading asphalt binders.
💡 Hint: Think about the specifications and their purposes.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a Superpave mixture for a region that experiences temperatures from -10°C to 50°C. Discuss how you would select the binder and aggregates.
💡 Hint: Consider how temperature extremes influence material selection.
Evaluate the impact of poor aggregate gradation on the performance of pavements. What might be the long-term consequences?
💡 Hint: Think about the effects of loose aggregates in a mix.
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