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Title: Compaction of asphalt pavement. Final report

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:5189190

This synthesis will be of interest to construction and materials engineers, paving contractors, equipment manufacturers, and others who are involved in assessing the performance of asphalt pavements. Information is presented on various issues related to compaction of asphalt pavements. Compaction is one of the most important factors affecting the performance of asphalt pavements. The report of the Transportation Research Board describes the theory, methods, equipment, and specifications related to the compaction of asphalt pavements. A brief history of, the importance of, and factors affecting compaction are also discussed. Construction influences, density measurements, and trends are also considered.

Research Organization:
National Research Council, Washington, DC (USA). Transportation Research Board
OSTI ID:
5189190
Report Number(s):
PB-90-114067/XAB; TRB/NCHRP/SYN-152
Resource Relation:
Other Information: Library of Congress catalog card No. 89-50758
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English