BS EN 12697-34:2020 PDF Download
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Bituminous Mixtures: Test Methods - Marshall Test
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The BS EN 12697-34:2020 standard outlines a procedure for evaluating the stability, flow, and Marshall quotient values of bituminous mixtures. The test is applicable to dense graded asphalt concrete and hot rolled asphalt specimens prepared using the impact compactor method specified in EN 12697-30.
The purpose of this standard is to establish a consistent and reliable method for assessing the performance characteristics of bituminous mixtures. Stability refers to the resistance of the specimen to deformation under load, while flow represents the permanent deformation that occurs when the specimen is subjected to a compressive load. The Marshall quotient is a measure of the mix's resistance to permanent deformation relative to its flow properties.
By conducting the Marshall test in accordance with this standard, engineers and researchers can determine the suitability of different bituminous mixtures for various applications, such as road construction. The results obtained can help in designing and optimizing asphalt mixtures to meet specific performance requirements, ensuring the durability and longevity of road surfaces.
| Descriptors | Test equipment, Flow measurement, Bitumens, Mechanical measurement, Impact testing, Mechanical testing, Precision, Bituminous products, Construction materials, Stability testing, Asphalts, Stability |
| ICS Codes | 93.080.20 - Road construction materials |
| Language(s) | English |
| ISBN | 978 0 539 02214 8 |
| File Size | 696.3 KB |
