Practice Overview - 24.1 | 3. Bituminous mix design | Transportation Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary purpose of bituminous mix design?

💡 Hint: Think about why we mix different materials together.

Question 2 Easy

Name one component of a bituminous mix.

💡 Hint: Elements that contribute to the strength of the pavement.

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Question 1

What is the main objective of bituminous mix design?

To achieve maximum strength
To determine proportions for durability
To reduce costs

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when materials are mixed.

Question 2

True or False: Flexibility in a bituminous mix is unimportant.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when surfaces bend.

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Challenge 1 Hard

How would you approach designing a bituminous mix for a heavy-traffic road? Consider each component's properties and propose a mixture.

💡 Hint: Focus on balancing strength with flexibility based on the traffic observed.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the potential consequences of using an inappropriate mix design in a pavement structure. What failures might occur?

💡 Hint: Consider how each component plays a role in overall pavement performance.

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