Practice Superpave Mix Design Procedure - 15.5 | 15. Performance-Based Specifications and Superpave Method | Pavement Materials
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Superpave Mix Design Procedure

15.5 - Superpave Mix Design Procedure

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of Material Selection in Superpave?

💡 Hint: Think about the components of an asphalt mixture.

Question 2 Easy

Why is short-term aging necessary in sample preparation?

💡 Hint: Consider how materials change over time.

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Question 1

What does the acronym SGC stand for in Superpave?

Superpave Gyratory Compactor
Static Gyratory Compactor
Superb Gyratory Compactor

💡 Hint: Remember that SGC is part of the paving equipment used in Superpave design.

Question 2

Is the purpose of Volumetric Analysis to determine the stability of the asphalt mixture? (True/False)

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about evaluating the right balance of air and asphalt.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given a scenario where a city experiences frequent flooding, evaluate the importance of Moisture Susceptibility Testing in the design of the asphalt mix.

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of moisture on structural integrity.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss the possible consequences of using an inappropriate PG binder in a high-temperature environment.

💡 Hint: Relate the properties of the binder to temperature-induced performance.

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