Geopolymer concrete-an innovative material that is characterized by long chains or networks of inorganic molecules-is a potential alternative to conventional portland cement concrete for use in transportation infrastructure construction. It relies on minimally processed natural materials or industrial byproducts to significantly reduce its carbon f
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center
2010-01-01
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The Federal Highway Administration’s Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center presents its fifth Technical Publications Catalog. This is a comprehensive listing of research documents published from October 2008 through September 2009, and includes fact sheets, flyers, product briefs, reports, summaries, and TechBriefs, available in print from the Fe
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This document is a summary of the 2010 Status of the Nation’s Highways, Bridges, and Transit: Conditions and Performance report to Congress (C&P report). The C&P report is intended to provide decision makers with an objective appraisal of the physical conditions, operational performance, and financing mechanisms of highways, bridges, and transit sy
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For 2 weeks in July and August 2009, a scan team from the United States visited international transportation agencies with mature performance management systems to study how these organizations demonstrate accountability to elected officials and the public. In addition, the team examined how these transportation agencies use goal setting and perfor
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Safety
2010-01-01
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"Access management" refers to the design, implementation and management of entry and exit points (i.e., driveways, entrances or exits) between roadways and adjacent properties. These entry and exit points can be managed by careful planning regarding their location, the types of turning movements allowed, and if appropriate, medians that provide or
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This report reviews new and improved highway construction materials and technologies, identifying materials that can improve highway performance, replace scarce or unavailable natural materials, and contribute to more sustainable highways. The materials and processes identified have all either been introduced within the past 5 years and are not yet
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The 2010 version of the TIM Handbook includes the latest advances in TIM programs and practices across the country and offers insights into the latest innovations in TIM tools and technologies. The 2010 TIM Handbook also features a parallel, web-based version that may be conveniently bookmarked, browsed, or keyword-searched for quick reference. Thi
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Asset Management
2010-01-01
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On January 12, 2009, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) provided the results of its audit of the National Bridge Inspection Program (NBIP). The report evaluated the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) efforts to promote State use of bridge management systems (BMS). The OIG recommended that the
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
2010-01-01
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The Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Center was established by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) in 1998 in an effort to centralize and better coordinate research related to nondestructive testing. Since its establishment, the center has acted as a resource to the FHWA and States for information and expertise on nondestructive testing tools
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The Federal government spent approximately $1.5 billion on nanoscale research in FY 2008. Work directly related to highway research represented less than one-tenth of 1 percent of that figure. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is working closely with government, industry, academic, and international partners to push forward a strategic inve
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Exploratory advanced research focuses on long-term, high-risk research with a high payoff potential. It matches opportunities from discoveries in science and technology with the needs of specific industries. The uncertainties in the research approach and outcomes challenge organizations and researchers to be innovative problem-solvers, which can le
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