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Performance Based Standards Level 1 Length Limit Review
This report outlines the application of a methodology developed for assessing the impact of a potential length increase for PBS Level 1 vehicles, based on the assessment criteria identified and discussed in workshops conducted in 2011. Fifty-five…
Specification for Pavement Deflection Measurement with a Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD)
This specification provides minimum equipment, calibration, validation and survey method requirements for the conduct of network level pavement deflection testing using a Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD).
Specification for Pavement Deflection Measurement with a Deflectograph
This specification provides minimum equipment, calibration, validation and survey method requirements for the conduct of network level pavement deflection testing using a deflectograph.
Vehicle Fleet Mix and Practices for Improving the Level of Service for Freight Vehicles
This report analyses the existing vehicle fleet mix and forecast future fleet growth and reviews the appropriate indicators for the level of service for freight vehicles. It also compiles the current practices in improving the efficiency of freight…
Measurement of Loose Aggregate on Sprayed Seals
This test method sets out the procedure for determining the quantity of loose aggregate on the surface of a sprayed seal.
Forecasting Inter-regional Freight Transport from Regional Development
Describes a forecasting and scenario-testing model for freight flows between regions of Australia (by 16 commodities, by all modes).
Validation of Dynamic Load Models: Technical Documentation
This technical document presents the validation/calibration of the dynamic load response models and provides detailed comparisons between the predicted dynamic responses from the models (linear and non-linear) with the measured wheel force data that…
Review of Noise Generated by Heavy Vehicle Exhaust/Engine Brake
This Austroads report gives details on the noise levels and changes in frequencies generated by the operation of engine brakes. The report proposes development of a test for noise monitoring (stationary or moving vehicle) as an Australian Design…