BS EN 12697-24:2018 PDF Download

BS EN 12697-24:2018 is a European standard that specifies the methods for evaluating the resistance to fatigue of bituminous mixtures. The standard outlines various tests, such as bending tests, direct tensile tests, and indirect tensile tests, that can be used to assess the fatigue performance of compacted bituminous materials under controlled loading conditions.

The main objectives of this standard are to rank bituminous mixtures based on their resistance to fatigue, to provide guidance on their relative performance in pavement applications, to obtain data for estimating the structural behavior of roads, and to assess test data according to specifications for bituminous mixtures.

It is important to note that this standard does not prescribe a specific testing device, allowing flexibility in the choice of test conditions based on the capabilities and operating range of the equipment being used. However, the selection of test conditions must adhere to the requirements specified in the product standards for bituminous mixtures. The applicable scope of this standard is further described in the product standards for bituminous mixtures.