Jointed Reinforced Concrete Pavement
Jointed reinforced concrete pavement (JRCP, see Figure 1) uses contraction joints and reinforcing steel to control cracking. Transverse joint spacing […]
pavement types
Reinforcing Steel
Reinforcing steel can also be used to provide load transfer. When reinforcing steel is used, transverse contraction joints are often […]
Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement
Continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP, see Figure 1) does not require any contraction joints. Transverse cracks are allowed to form […]
Mix Selection Guidance
The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) has published some general rules Based for HMA mix type use, which are summarized […]
Recycled HMA
HMA is one of the most recycled products in the U.S. As much as 100 million tons of HMA are […]
Dowel Bars
Dowel bars are short steel bars that provide a mechanical connection between slabs without restricting horizontal joint movement. They increase […]
HMA Recycling
HMA is one of the most recycled products in the U.S. It is estimated that about 90 million tons of […]
Tie Bars
Tie bars are either deformed steel bars or connectors used to hold the faces of abutting slabs in contact (AASHTO, […]
Reclaimed Concrete Material Used as Coarse Aggregate
In general, adequate PCC pavement can and has been constructed using RCM as a coarse aggregate. Purpose Coarse aggregate in […]
Reclaimed Concrete Material Used as Base or Fill
RCM is most often used as aggregate in a base or subbase course. Although it is generally of high enough […]