Accelerated Pavement Testing To Transport Infrastructure Innovation

Author : Armelle Chabot,Pierre Hornych,John Harvey,Luis Guillermo Loria-Salazar
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 724 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2020-08-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030552367

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Accelerated Pavement Testing to Transport Infrastructure Innovation by Armelle Chabot,Pierre Hornych,John Harvey,Luis Guillermo Loria-Salazar Pdf

This volume gathers the latest advances, innovations, and applications in the field of accelerated pavement testing (APT), presented at the 6th International Conference on Accelerated Pavement Testing, in Nantes, France, in April 2022. Discussing APT, which involves rapid testing of full-scale pavement constructions for structural deterioration, the book covers topics such as APT facilities, APT of asphalt concrete and sustainable/innovative materials, APT for airfield pavements, testing of maintenance and rehabilitation solutions, testing of smart and multi-functional pavements, data analysis and modeling, monitoring and non-destructive testing, and efficient means of calibrating/developing pavement design methods. Featuring peer-reviewed contributions by leading international researchers and engineers, the book is a timely and highly relevant resource for materials scientists and engineers interested in determining the performance of pavement structures during their service life (10+ years) in a few weeks or months.

Author : S.C. Bhargava
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-27
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780415621380

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Electrical Measuring Instruments and Measurements by S.C. Bhargava Pdf

This book, written for the benefit of engineering students and practicing engineers alike, is the culmination of the author's four decades of experience related to the subject of electrical measurements, comprising nearly 30 years of experimental research and more than 15 years of teaching at several engineering institutions. The unique feature of this book, apart from covering the syllabi of various universities, is the style of presentation of all important aspects and features of electrical measurements, with neatly and clearly drawn figures, diagrams and colour and b/w photos that illustrate details of instruments among other things, making the text easy to follow and comprehend. Enhancing the chapters are interspersed explanatory comments and, where necessary, footnotes to help better understanding of the chapter contents. Also, each chapter begins with a "recall" to link the subject matter with the related science or phenomenon and fundamental background. The first few chapters of the book comprise "Units, Dimensions and Standards"; "Electricity, Magnetism and Electromagnetism" and "Network Analysis". These topics form the basics of electrical measurements and provide a better understanding of the main topics discussed in later chapters. The last two chapters represent valuable assets of the book, and relate to (a) "Magnetic Measurements", describing many unique features not easily available elsewhere, a good study of which is essential for the design and development of most electric equipment – from motors to transformers and alternators, and (b) "Measurement of Non-electrical Quantities", dealing extensively with the measuring techniques of a number of variables that constitute an important requirement of engineering measurement practices. The book is supplemented by ten appendices covering various aspects dealing with the art and science of electrical measurement and of relevance to some of the topics in main chapters. Other useful features of the book include an elaborate chapter-by-chapter list of symbols, worked examples, exercises and quiz questions at the end of each chapter, and extensive authors' and subject index. This book will be of interest to all students taking courses in electrical measurements as a part of a B.Tech. in electrical engineering. Professionals in the field of electrical engineering will also find the book of use.

Author : David Jones,John Harvey,Imad L. Al-Qadi,Angel Mateos
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1135101795

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Advances in Pavement Design through Full-scale Accelerated Pavement Testing by David Jones,John Harvey,Imad L. Al-Qadi,Angel Mateos Pdf

Pack: Book and CD Internationally, full-scale accelerated pavement testing, either on test roads or linear/circular test tracks, has proven to be a valuable tool that fills the gap between models and laboratory tests and long-term experiments on in-service pavements. Accelerated pavement testing is used to improve understanding of pavement behavior, and evaluation of innovative materials and additives, alternative materials processing, new construction techniques, and new types of structures. It provides quick comparisons between current and new practice and the ability to rapidly validate and calibrate models with quality data, with minimal risk at relatively low cost. Advances in Pavement Design through Full-scale Accelerated Pavement Testing is a collection of papers from the 4th International Conference on Accelerated Pavement Testing (Davies, CA, USA, 19-21 September 2012), and includes contributions on a variety of topics including: - Overview of Accelerated Pavement Testing - Establishment of New Accelerated Pavement Testing Facilities - Review of the Impact of Accelerated Pavement Testing Programs on Practice - Instrumentation for Accelerated Pavement Testing - Accelerated Pavement Testing on Asphalt Concrete Pavements - Accelerated Pavement Testing on Portland Cement Concrete Pavements - Accelerated Pavement Testing to Evaluate Functional Performance - Relating Laboratory Tests to Performance using Accelerated Pavement Testing - Development and Calibration of Empirical and Mechanistic-empirical Pavement Design Procedures and Models - Benefit-cost Analysis of Accelerated Pavement Testing Advances in Pavement Design through Full-scale Accelerated Pavement Testing will be useful to academics and professionals involved in pavement engineering.

Author : Frederick Hugo,Amy Epps Martin,National Cooperative Highway Research Program
Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Accelerated life testing
ISBN : 9780309069748

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Significant Findings from Full-scale Accelerated Pavement Testing by Frederick Hugo,Amy Epps Martin,National Cooperative Highway Research Program Pdf

TRB's National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Synthesis 325: Significant Findings from Full-Scale Accelerated Pavement Testing documents and summarizes the findings from the various experimental activities associated with full-scale accelerated pavement testing programs.

Author : José P. Aguiar-Moya,Adriana Vargas-Nordcbeck,Fabricio Leiva-Villacorta,Luis G. Loría-Salazar
Publisher : Springer
Page : 905 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319427973

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The Roles of Accelerated Pavement Testing in Pavement Sustainability by José P. Aguiar-Moya,Adriana Vargas-Nordcbeck,Fabricio Leiva-Villacorta,Luis G. Loría-Salazar Pdf

This compendium gathers the latest advances in the area of Accelerated Pavement Testing (APT), a means of testing full-scale pavement construction in an accelerated manner for structural deterioration in a very short term. Compiling novel research results presented at the 5th International Conference on Accelerated Pavement Testing, San Jose, Costa Rica, the volume serves as a timely and highly relevant resource for materials scientists and engineers interested in determining the performance of a pavement structure during its service life (10+ years) in a few weeks or months.

Author : Emmanuel Bonsu Owusu-Antwi
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Pavements
ISBN : UIUC:30112118821740

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Accelerated Pavement Testing by Emmanuel Bonsu Owusu-Antwi Pdf

This study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of using accelerated pavement testing (APT) techniques to improve the efficiency and timelines of current pavement research activities. The report provides information on anticipated costs, resource needs and logistics, and recommendations for equipment selection, partnerships and implementation of an AZAPT program. The framework for a strategic research plan for an AZAPT program is also provided.

Author : Wynand JvdM. Steyn
Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309223669

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Significant Findings from Full-scale Accelerated Pavement Testing by Wynand JvdM. Steyn Pdf

"TRB's National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Synthesis 433: Significant Findings from Full-Scale Accelerated Pavement Testing documents and summarizes significant findings from the various experimental activities associated with full-scale accelerated pavement testing (f-sAPT) programs that have taken place between 2000 and 2011. The report also identifies gaps in knowledge related to f-sAPT and where future research may be needed. NCHRP Synthesis 433 is designed to expand the f-sAPT base of knowledge documented in NCHRP Syntheses 325 and 235, both with the same title of Significant Findings from Full-Scale Accelerated Pavement Testing. f-sAPT is the controlled application of a wheel loading, at or above the appropriate legal load limit, to a pavement system to determine pavement response in a compressed time period. The acceleration of damage is achieved by one or more of the following factors: increased repetitions, modified loading conditions, imposed climatic conditions, and thinner pavements with a decreased structural capacity which have shorter design lives"--

Author : Yusuf A. Mehta,Iacopo Carnacina,D. Nagesh Kumar,K. Ramachandra Rao,Madhuri Kumari
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2021-06-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811613036

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Advances in Water Resources and Transportation Engineering by Yusuf A. Mehta,Iacopo Carnacina,D. Nagesh Kumar,K. Ramachandra Rao,Madhuri Kumari Pdf

This book comprises select proceedings of the International Conference on Trends and Recent Advances in Civil Engineering (TRACE 2020). The volume focuses on latest research works carried out in the area of water resources and transportation engineering. The topics include technological intervention and solution for water security, sustainability in water resources and transportation infrastructure, crop protection, resilience to disaster like flood, hurricane and drought, traffic congestion, transport planning etc. It aims to address broad spectrum of audience by covering inter-disciplinary innovative research and applications in these areas. It will be useful to graduate students, researchers, scientists, and practitioners working in water resources and transportation engineering domain.

Author : Athar Saeed,National Cooperative Highway Research Program
Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Page : 57 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Pavements
ISBN : 9780309087834

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Accelerated Pavement Testing by Athar Saeed,National Cooperative Highway Research Program Pdf

Author : J. B. Metcalf
Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Accelerated life testing
ISBN : 0309060087

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Application of Full-scale Accelerated Pavement Testing by J. B. Metcalf Pdf

This synthesis, which describes the state of the practice for full- scale accelerated pavement testing (APT), will be of interest to state department of transportation (DOT) pavement design and materials engineers; DOT research staff, including field and laboratory materials testing personnel; and private industry APT equipment suppliers. State DOT administration and management personnel will have a particular interest in the application of APT results toward more efficient and effective pavement designs. Local transportation agencies may also have an interest in the topic. This synthesis reviews the capabilities and limitations of the major APT facilities available worldwide and describes the role and application of full-scale accelerated pavement testing in the development of pavement technology. This report of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) presents data obtained from a review of the literature and a survey of the state DOTs, Canadian transportation agencies, and international organizations. A brief historical overview of APT, a discussion of the application of APT to research, and the application of APT to practice are included. Profiles of APT facilities throughout the world are included in an appendix.

Author : National Research Council (U.S.). Transportation Research Board
Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0309059070

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Building Momentum for Change by National Research Council (U.S.). Transportation Research Board Pdf

Urges the formation of the Strategic Forum for Innovation in Highway Infrastructure, whose central mission would be to identify and effect positive change in the fundamental opportunities and incentives for innovation in products and services for the highway system. This report discusses the mission of the Forum, membership and participation, organization and support, related initiatives, steps to launch the Forum, and issues and opportunities for the Forum.

Author : Inge Hoff,Helge Mork,Rabbira Saba
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 501 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2021-11-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000533330

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Eleventh International Conference on the Bearing Capacity of Roads, Railways and Airfields by Inge Hoff,Helge Mork,Rabbira Saba Pdf

Innovations in Road, Railway and Airfield Bearing Capacity – Volume 1 comprises the first part of contributions to the 11th International Conference on Bearing Capacity of Roads, Railways and Airfields (2022). In anticipation of the event, it unveils state-of-the-art information and research on the latest policies, traffic loading measurements, in-situ measurements and condition surveys, functional testing, deflection measurement evaluation, structural performance prediction for pavements and tracks, new construction and rehabilitation design systems, frost affected areas, drainage and environmental effects, reinforcement, traditional and recycled materials, full scale testing and on case histories of road, railways and airfields. This edited work is intended for a global audience of road, railway and airfield engineers, researchers and consultants, as well as building and maintenance companies looking to further upgrade their practices in the field.

Author : Hervé Di Benedetto,Hassan Baaj,Emmanuel Chailleux,Gabriele Tebaldi,Cédric Sauzéat,Salvatore Mangiafico
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1806 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030464554

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Proceedings of the RILEM International Symposium on Bituminous Materials by Hervé Di Benedetto,Hassan Baaj,Emmanuel Chailleux,Gabriele Tebaldi,Cédric Sauzéat,Salvatore Mangiafico Pdf

This volume highlights the latest advances, innovations, and applications in bituminous materials and structures and asphalt pavement technology, as presented by leading international researchers and engineers at the RILEM International Symposium on Bituminous Materials (ISBM), held in Lyon, France on December 14-16, 2020. The symposium represents a joint effort of three RILEM Technical Committees from Cluster F: 264-RAP “Asphalt Pavement Recycling”, 272-PIM “Phase and Interphase Behaviour of Bituminous Materials”, and 278-CHA “Crack-Healing of Asphalt Pavement Materials”. It covers a diverse range of topics concerning bituminous materials (bitumen, mastics, mixtures) and road, railway and airport pavement structures, including: recycling, phase and interphase behaviour, cracking and healing, modification and innovative materials, durability and environmental aspects, testing and modelling, multi-scale properties, surface characteristics, structure performance, modelling and design, non-destructive testing, back-analysis, and Life Cycle Assessment. The contributions, which were selected by means of a rigorous international peer-review process, present a wealth of exciting ideas that will open novel research directions and foster new multidisciplinary collaborations.

Author : John B. Metcalf,National Research Council (É.-U.). Transportation Research Board
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0030966086

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Synthesis of Highway Practice by John B. Metcalf,National Research Council (É.-U.). Transportation Research Board Pdf

Author : National Research Council (U.S.). Transportation Research Board
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Accelerated life testing
ISBN : UVA:X004877274

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Pavement Design and Accelerated Testing 2004 by National Research Council (U.S.). Transportation Research Board Pdf

"TRB℗s Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board 1896 examines a mechanistic-empirical model to predict transverse joint faulting, a multilayer boundary-element method for evaluating top-down cracking in hot-mix asphalt pavements, and one-way and two-way directional heavy-vehicle simulator loading in this four-part volume on education tools, rigid pavements, flexible pavements, and accelerated pavement testing. The K. B. Woods Award-winning paper on design and construction of transportation facilities, ©Computer-Based Multimedia Pavement Training Tool for Self-Directed Learning,♯ by Stephen Muench and Joe Mahoney of the University of Washington, also appears in this TRR: Journal volume."--TRB website.