26.3.4 - Percent volume of bitumen V b
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Define bitumen in the context of asphalt.
💡 Hint: Think about its role in construction.
What does Vₐ represent?
💡 Hint: Consider it as a percentage related to bitumen weight.
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What does Vₐ represent in a Marshall mix design?
💡 Hint: Think about its purpose in the asphalt mix.
True or False: Higher specific gravity leads to better performance in asphalt mixes.
💡 Hint: Consider material weight versus volume.
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If Wₐ = 250 kg, with aggregate weights W₁ = 700 kg, W₂ = 350 kg, W₃ = 200 kg, and Gₐ being 2.6, determine Vₐ.
💡 Hint: Follow the formula strictly and check your aggregates.
Consider an asphalt mixture with a very high Vₐ value. Discuss the practical implications for usage.
💡 Hint: Relate this to performance concerns in real-world scenarios.
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