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Moisture damage in asphalt concrete. Final report

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:5776586
Information is provided on physical and chemical explanations for moisture damage in asphalt concrete, along with a discussion of current practices and test methods for determining or reducing the susceptibility of various asphalt concrete components and mixtures to such damage. Moisture damage in asphalt concrete is a nationwide problem which often necessitates premature replacement of highway pavement surfaces. The report of the Transportation Research Board describes the underlying physical and chemical phenomena responsible for such damage. Current test methods used to determine the susceptibility of asphalt concretes, or their constituents, to moisture damage are described and evaluated. Additionally, current practices for minimizing the potential for moisture damage are examined.
Research Organization:
National Research Council, Washington, DC (United States). Transportation Research Board
OSTI ID:
5776586
Report Number(s):
PB-92-143502/XAB; TRB/NCHRP/SYN--175
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English