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Guidelines for Detection, Analysis, and Treatment of Materials-Related Distress in Concrete Pavements – Volume 1: Final Report
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2002-03-01
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Alternative Title:Guidelines for Detection, Analysis, and Treatment of Materials-Related Distress in Concrete Pavements – Volume I: Final Report
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Abstract:Well-designed and constructed portland cement concrete (PCC) pavements are inherently durable and are expected to be relatively maintenance free during many years of service. Primarily because of these two properties -- durability and low maintenance -- concrete has been the material of choice for premium pavements for many years. Unfortunately, a number of pavement distresses can occur as a result of the interaction between the concrete and the environment in which it serves. In contrast to the common perception held by many engineers that concrete is relatively inert, it is in fact a very complex material whose properties can change significantly with time. Some of these changes can be positive, such as long-term strength gain obtained through continued cement hydration. Other changes can be detrimental to the concrete, resulting in the development of premature pavement distress. When changes manifest themselves on the pavement surface, they fall under the general category of materials-related distress (MRD). The objective of this research was to develop guidelines to provide pavement engineers and field and laboratory personnel with a systematic procedure for the identification, evaluation, treatment, and prevention of MRD in PCC pavements. This volume presents the synthesis of background material, describes the development of the guidelines, and briefly introduces the case studies. This report is volume 1 of a three-volume set.
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