Practice Filler Materials (6.2.2(c)) - Road Aggregates

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Question 1.
What are filler materials?
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Think of small materials that enhance larger aggregates.
Question 2.
Name one example of a filler material.
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Consider materials that pass through a 75 µm sieve.
3Question 3.
What is the primary function of filler materials in the road mix?
- To act as a binder
- To fill voids
- To provide color
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Think about what role small particles have in a mix.
4Question 4.
True or False: Fillers can only include natural materials.
- True
- False
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Consider both natural and manufactured options.
Question 5.
Investigate how different types of filler materials affect the performance of asphalt pavement in a case study.
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Search for reports or papers that discuss specific case studies.
Question 6.
Design a theoretical asphalt mix using alternative filler materials and justify your choices based on structural integrity.
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Consider sustainability and impact on longevity.

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