Bituminous Mixtures - Test Methods - Part 23: Determination of the Indirect Tensile Strength of Bituminous Specimens
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The DIN EN 12697-23 standard provides guidelines for conducting a test to determine the indirect tensile strength of cylindrical specimens of bituminous mixtures. This standard is applicable for evaluating the performance of bituminous materials used in road construction and maintenance.
The test method described in this standard involves subjecting the cylindrical specimens to a splitting tensile force through indirect means, rather than directly applying force to the specimen. The purpose of this test is to assess the ability of the bituminous mixture to withstand tensile stresses, which are commonly encountered in road pavement structures.
The standard outlines the apparatus required for conducting the test, including a testing machine capable of applying a constant rate of displacement or load, as well as cylindrical molds for preparing the specimens. Additionally, the standard details the preparation of the specimens, including the compaction and curing procedures.
The standard also provides instructions on conducting the test, including the measurement and calculation of the indirect tensile strength based on the load applied and the dimensions of the specimen. It also specifies the reporting requirements, including the presentation of the results and any deviations from the standard test procedures.
| Descriptors | Asphalts, Construction, Construction materials, Definitions, Determination, Hot mix asphalts, Indirect, Mathematical calculations, Mechanical properties, Performance tests, Physical properties, Qualification tests, Road construction, Storage time, Tensile strength, Test specimens, Testing |
| ICS Codes | 93.080.20 - Road construction materials |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 962.6 KB |
