Tests on Soils: Density of soil, CBR, Determination of Field CBR using Dynamic Cone Penetrometer
Tests on Aggregate: gradation, shape tests, specific gravity, water absorption, aggregate crushing value, Los Angeles abrasion value, aggregate impact value.
Tests on Bitumen: penetration, viscosity, flash and fire point, ductility and elastic recovery, softening point, specific gravity, Ageing of Bitumen, Rheology of Bitumen using Dynamic Shear Rheometer
Tests on Bituminous Mixes: Marshall mix design, Bitumen content determination using centrifuge extractor.
Reference Books:
- Highway Material Testing Laboratory Manual by Khanna S. K., Justo, C.E.G and Veeraraghavan, A., Nem Chand & Bros.
- Various IRC, ASTM and AASTHO Codes
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