Bituminous Mixtures - Test Methods - Part 55: Organoleptic Assessment of Mixtures with Bitumen Emulsion
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The DIN EN 12697-55 standard provides three procedures to assess the compatibility of the ingredients in a bituminous mixture with bitumen emulsion. The aim of these methods is to evaluate the compatibility of the constituent materials following a hand mixing procedure, considering specific emulsion and water content.
Method A is a visual test that determines the degree of coating on the materials. This assessment helps determine the effectiveness of the bitumen emulsion in coating and bonding the ingredients together.
Method B evaluates the consistency of the mixture, which refers to the ability of the materials to remain stable and homogenous. This assessment ensures that the mixture has the desired workability and cohesion.
Method C assesses the hydric aspect, which refers to the appearance of water in the mixture. This helps determine if the water is properly dispersed and does not cause any detrimental effects on the mixture's performance.
These organoleptic assessment methods can be used either individually or in conjunction to evaluate the compatibility of the constituent materials of bituminous mixtures with bitumen emulsion. This standard is applicable to mixtures prepared in both laboratory and plant settings.
| Descriptors | Asphalts, Base materials, Bitumens, Bituminous, Compatibility, Compatibility tests, Consistency, Construction, Construction materials, Constructional products, Cures, Definitions, Determination, Emulsions, Grain size, Laboratories, Materials to be mixed, Maturity, Mineral aggregates, Mixed processes, Mixing plants, Organoleptics, Road construction, Test specimens, Testing, Visual, Water content, Gellings |
| ICS Codes | 93.080.20 - Road construction materials |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 1.0 MB |
