RAP There has been a drastic increase in the production of asphalt in Ireland in recent years. As a result of this increase in production the consumption of materials has also obviously increased however these materials, such as aggregate, tend not to be renewable. Increased consumption of any non-renewable resources will inevitably have to be addressed and one way of addressing this problem is the use of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP). The use of Reclaimed Asphalt is one of the most economical and environmentally friendly methods of pavement construction. RAP is the term given to materials that have come from asphalt pavements that have to be removed. They are then crushed down to produce a high quality and well graded aggregates. There has been much research done to assess the use of this material. Mix Design When carrying out tests on the material design mixes similar to that currently in practise in Ireland were used. This was to give, as close as possible, a representation of the results of the performance fatigue of Irish pavements. To achieve this, a standard mix of 20mm binder course was used. For more comprehensive result varying amounts of RAP were added. Control samples were used to compare the results with and RAP was added at levels of 10, 20 and 30%. Samples needed to be taken to insure the material that would be produced was in accordance with the British standard BS 812: Part 103.1 (BSI 1985). It was necessary to calculate the surface area of the aggregate to find out if adjustments needed to be made to the amount of binder that was required a simple formula was used to provide this information (Shell Bitumen 1991): T= b/(100-b) x 1/Db x 1/SAF T= bitumen thickness (m) Db= density of bitumen (kg/m3) SAF= surface... ... middle of paper ... ...Deflection Test The previous test also produced results for the permanent deflection of the slab. As a result of the simulated weak foundation the initial deflection was quit sever when viewed to next to the deflection present in the later stages of the test. The results reported by this test showed that samples had deflected considerably more than those that included RAP and there was a direct link between an increase of RAD and a decrease in the level of deflection. The results of the above test have proven on several occasions that reclaimed asphalt pavement is a suitable source of material for the production of pavements. It has become so well accepted that previsions have been made in both the British and Irish Design Standards to incorporate information gathered on such materials. Information on RAP and other such recycled materials are present in Series 900.
Doing so would cause the asphalt to harden and therefore make it unusable. “Because asphalt cannot be stored, it is not susceptible to being inventoried” (Justia, 2000).
“Short track racing is always been a way of life and not just a hobby” Bryan Clauson. There's always been people into dirt racing as it is personally my favorite form of racing. This sport isn't all to safe as there has been a massive tragedy in 2016 of Bryan Clauson as he died at the Belleville Midget Nationals. This tragedy sent a shockwave through all sports from dirt to asphalt racing. There is a commitment when you strap into that racecar and that is there's no guarantee that your going to get out so there's always been losses and historical moments in dirt racing. There isn't always tragedies there's famous moments like the 2016 Dream at eldora when a 19 year old kid Bobby Pierce Jr. won the world's most famous dirt race. 2017 will bring new stars like Rico Abreu which has already committed to dirt from nascar and has already won 2 golden drillers from the world's most prestigious midget race, chili bowl nationals in Tulsa Oklahoma .
Feeling sluggish when you are waking up to go to work or class, Roadrunner is a great way to start off your day with a boost of energy. Made from real fruit Roadrunner comes in five great flavors. Strawberry kiwi, berry, orange, banana, and mango are the five flavors that you have to choose from. Roadrunner is made with all natural flavors, real fruit, more vitamins, and natural chemicals making it one of the healthiest energy drinks on the market. You can purchase Roadrunner in 8-ounce cans and 16 ounces cans. It is sold at the local convenient store coming individual cans or cases from 4 in a case to 8 in a case. Drinking Roadrunner is a great way to stay health and get a quick boost on the run.
Project #12: It is proposed to repair the asphalt on parking lot number 2 at Hampton University. Measure the Area of the lot to the nearest possible [foot] and present it graphically. Knowing that cost of asphalting is $7500 for the first one acre and $210 per each additional square yard, determine the total cost of the project. This report will discuss the methods used to measure the area of the lot and how the measurements were used to determine the cost of asphalting.
Human transportation has always had an impact on the environment, with cars having arguably the largest impact. According to Superfreakonomics by Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner transportation immediately prior to the development of cars was entirely depended on horses and horse-drawn carriages. By the end of the 19th century, New York had around two-hundred-thousand horses roaming the streets. Each horse created around thirty-five pounds of feces per day. The introduction of cars was expected to provide a much cleaner solution to transportation; however, this was a misconception. In reality, according to Brandon Keim, writer for Nautilis, the late 19th and early 20th centuries were actually the age of street cars. These street cars were
Public land. "Public," meaning everyone owns it. Every United States citizen has a right to recreate on the lands preserved for us. So, what does that mean? There are a lot of us, and we all have different ideas of what's fun to do outside. How do we decide which activities can be allowed without someone getting their toes stepped on? If the land belongs to all of us, and we have a responsibility to preserve it for generations to come, then how should we manage it?
* Levinson, H. (2004). Highways, People, and Places: Past, Present, and Future. Journal of Transportation Engineering, 130 (4), 406 – 412.
The roof of your home is the first defensive aterial against many elements. The quality, shape and condition of your home's roof can directly effect on the value of your home and appearance. Now there are many choices available in the market ranging from traditional wood to eco friendly rubber. It is always recommended you to choose the roof which suits best to your home location, style, structure and climate. There are different roofing materials available which have pros as well as cons. The asphalt shingles roofs are very popular. The main pros of this roofing material are that it is economical and you can repair it easily. The other advantage is that this type of roofing material is available in different types of shapes, colors, and sizes. The asphalt
How to take care of your Truck's Tires Your trucks tires are a very important part of the vehicle. Your only contact with the road is through them and as such they need to be in the best condition if you are to maintain control of the vehicle. Looking after you tires will help you reduce costs as they last longer.
Need New Tires For Your Car? 5 Warning Signs To Pay Attention To If you own a car, the time will eventually come when you need to replace the tires. Here are 5 warning signs you should look out for.
In this report, we will introduce and illustrate on precast concrete, pre-stressed concrete, ready-mix concrete, reinforced concrete, terrazzo and Urbanite in details.
- The track is manufactured to have a sand paper surface. This is important to exert a sufficient side force on the tyre and is in good condition.
Garden decorations, storage for kids toys, swings, planters, and outdoor furniture are just a few ideas to reuse and recycle tires. They provide a sturdy material for DIY projects, art, and recycled crafts. Sandals, pets beds, containers, rubber buckets, garden decorations and playground climbers are creative ways to design functional and decorative items. Lushome shares inspirations for attractive and amazing DIY projects that give a new life to these useless tires.
During my under graduation I have learnt only about basics of pavement materials and different layers of pavements. It was only after studying graduate courses I realized how limited my knowledge was and I need to work very hard and explore more in this vast field. During first year of my graduate study I have studied Pavements Materials, Pavement Design and Evaluation, Highway Construction Practices and these graduate courses opened a new paradigm for me to the way I looked at pavement engineering. This prompted me to look at it as a field full of challenges which make it even more dynamic and op...
Safety in every aspect of my life is very important. From the moment we step out of our homes we take safety measures such as locking all doors to keep thieves out and or ensuring the stove and any electronics are off to avoid any fire. In this essay I will discuss different safety topics that we encounter on daily basis.