Publications

This test method is used to measure the ability of a concrete with a maximum coarse aggregate size of 20 mm or less to retain its water under pressure. This test determines the amount of water de-filtered when concrete is subjected to a certain…

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5341 sets out the requirements for the repair of cracks in concrete, including supply and quality of materials, surface preparation, application, relevant testing and acceptance criteria. The technical…

The webinar showcases the projects recognised with the Austroads Bridge Awards. The Austroads Bridge Awards acknowledge individuals and organisations that have delivered outstanding bridge structures and design across Australia and New Zealand. The…

Austroads test method 710 describes the procedure for determining the chloride content of select backfill material intended for use in reinforced earth structures. Chloride content is determined by water extraction and titrimetric analysis of the…

One of the main remedial treatments for reinforced concrete structures such as bridges in marine environments is impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP). Many ICCP systems in marine environments have manifested backfill mortar deterioration due…

The most easily recognisable landmark in the northern NSW town of Grafton is the Grafton Bridge. Spanning the mighty Clarence River, it links the CBD with the southern suburbs. However, this 90-year-old icon needed to be duplicated to meet the…

The West Gate Tunnel Project involves the construction of twin tunnels under Yarraville to provide an alternative route to the West Gate Bridge. A major bridge over the Maribyrnong River connects the tunnels to a new elevated viaduct structure over…

In attempts to reduce the CO2 footprint of the construction industry, technologies have been developed in the past for the replacement of Portland cement by other materials, such as supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), which have had the…

Fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) footbridges were investigated by British Rail in the early 1980's due to the benefits of lightweight construction. FRP bridge applications have continued to be developed for railway infrastructure in the UK, including…

The Dynon Road Bridge over Moonee Ponds Creek is a 12-span, 61 metre long cast in-situ concrete flat-slab bridge constructed in 1941. This art-deco style bridge is heavily trafficked and an important link between Melbourneís western suburbs and the…