Practice Mechanism Of Moisture Damage (12.6.1) - Mechanical Behavior of Bituminous Mixes

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Question 1.
What is moisture damage in bituminous mixes?
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Think about how water can affect adhesive materials.
Question 2.
Name one effect of moisture on pavements.
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Consider how water can affect the bonding of materials.
3Question 3.
What is the main cause of moisture damage in bituminous mixes?
- A) Excessive heat
- B) Water infiltration
- C) Heavy traffic
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Think about what happens to glue when it gets wet.
4Question 4.
True or False: Stripping is a type of moisture damage.
- True
- False
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Recall the definition of stripping.
Question 5.
Design a bituminous mix to minimize moisture damage. What components would you include and why?
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Think about what materials can help the asphalt 'stick' better.
Question 6.
Analyze the performance of a pavement that has experienced significant stripping. What would be the potential failure modes?
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Consider the impacts of losing aggregate and bond integrity.

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