Practice Steps in Mix Design - 15.5.1 | 15. Performance-Based Specifications and Superpave Method | Pavement Materials
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Steps in Mix Design

15.5.1 - Steps in Mix Design

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of material selection in mix design?

💡 Hint: Think about what materials are essential for mixing.

Question 2 Easy

Define volumetric analysis in the Superpave mix design.

💡 Hint: What kinds of measurements do we look to analyze in the mixture?

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Question 1

What is the first step in the Superpave mix design?

Material Selection
Compaction
Volumetric Analysis

💡 Hint: What needs to be selected before any mixing occurs?

Question 2

Moisture susceptibility testing is important for assessing what aspect of the asphalt mix?

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about environmental factors affecting pavement.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design an asphalt mix for a region where temperatures vary significantly from winter to summer. What factors should you consider when selecting the binder?

💡 Hint: Pay attention to temperature ranges during your selection.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the consequences of improper compaction during the Superpave mix design.
What could happen to the pavement over time?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens to loose materials versus well-compacted materials in a structure.

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