A framework for a coarse aggregate classification system /

aggregate classification system. The framework for the

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Peapully, Srikrishna, 1970-
Format: Thesis eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified] ; 1994.
Subjects:
Online Access:Link to OAKTrust copy
Description
Summary:aggregate classification system. The framework for the
aggregate evaluation. The third level is aimed at
are identified and recommendations are made for
asphalt mixtures and are widely used in various construction
basic tests recommended for aggregate evaluation are
chemical, mechanical and thermal properties of aggregates.
Classification System (3) to provide basis for implementation
classification system is developed based on various physical,
Coarse aggregates are the major constituents of concrete or
comprehensive system of aggregate classification
construction activities. The objectives of this research
could be used in the selection of aggregates for different
discussed and the required equipment for these tests are also
have been carried to study the performance of pavements made
identification and the second level provides detailed
implementation of the proposed classification system.
incorporating all significant aggregate properties affecting
indicators are tabulated. Various areas of further research
listed. Aggregate properties and respective performance
of the classification system and (4) to recommend and list
on aggregates. Extensive field and laboratory investigations
performance and (2) A simplified version is arrived at from
properties (2) to develop a framework for an Aggregate
provide a systematic means of aggregate identification which
providing a detailed evaluation of aggregates as needed. The
purposes. A classification system for these aggregates would
supplementing the findings of the first two levels by
system is recommended for implementation at three levels.
test procedures and equipment needed to carry out the tests
The classification system is developed in two stages: (1) A
The first level of implementation consists of aggregate
the first stage classification system. The classification
were: (1) to characterize the aggregates based on their
which affected the performance have been incorporated in the
with different types of coarse aggregates and the properties
Item Description:"Major subject: Civil Engineering".
Vita.
Physical Description:xii, 125 leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Also available online.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.