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National Survey of Bitumens: 2006 to 2012

A database of the properties of bitumens used in Australia has been collated over the course of this project (2006/12). This database will be useful in identifying possible trends in properties associated with changes in the manufacture of…

Fourth National Survey of Australian Bitumens

This report is the fourth in a series which examines the properties of bitumens used in Australia. The bitumen testing program was undertaken to develop a database of selected bitumen samples dating back to 1956. This database has been used to…

The Effects of Heavy Vehicle Single, Tandem and Triaxle Groupings on Sprayed Seal Wear - Stage 1

The majority of sprayed seal design methods around the world are based on the work of Hanson, published in 1935. However, there are growing weaknesses in current sprayed seal design models. Traffic loads have increased, particularly in both the…

Investigation into the Properties of Alternative Surfacing Binders and Bitumen Extending Binders

Bitumen is a major component used in the construction of roads in Australia and New Zealand. As it can only be manufactured from a small number of the crude oils in the world, the future supply and cost of bitumen will be directly linked to the…