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      <title>Friction Characterization/Classification of Maryland Asphalt Mixes using
Dynamic Friction Testing and Three Wheel Polishing Machine</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Road surface friction characteristics are very important to determine safety of commuters while they apply brakes. More than 20% of accidents happen due to low friction value of road surface. This is a public safety issue, which needs to be addressed. SHA OMT has been collecting Dynamic Friction Testing (DFT) data on virgin aggregates used in asphalt mixes for the last three decades and predicting weighted average of DF (micro texture) value of asphalt mixes based on used sources of aggregates in the asphalt mixes. The prediction of DF value of asphalt mixes is not as accurate as the direct measurement of DF value on the actual asphalt mix. No equipment was available in the market to make 20in by 20in asphalt slab in the past, but now new equipment is available in the market to do so. We can make asphalt slabs in the lab and directly perform DF testing on these slabs to obtain the true friction performance of asphalt mixes. Based on DFV, the asphalt mixes can be classified as high, standard and low friction mixes. The pavement designer can choose mixes per need of road surface and accidents due to low road friction will be reduced.]]></description>
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      <title>Continuous Friction Measurement (SCRIM) to Support Implementation of Improved Pavement Management Systems</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This research involves advance use of Sideway-Force Coefficient Routine Investigation Machine (SCRIM) through demonstration projects and implementation support for improved pavement management systems.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2022 16:17:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) Used as a High Friction Surface Treatment (HFST) on Pavements and Bridges</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[High Friction Surface Treatment (HFST) has been a successful strategy for the SCDOT to restore and improve the frictional properties of pavement surfaces, which subsequently helps motorists maintain better control in both dry and wet driving conditions. HFST involves the application of a thin layer of very high-quality aggregate (imported calcined bauxite) to the pavement surface using a polymerized binder. The benefits of HFST have been well documented, however, the high cost renders its use to limited situations. Research is needed to investigate and validate the use of Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) for HFST applications, which has the potential to employ locally produced materials and yield the benefits of HFST at a much reduced cost.  The objective of this research is to review current HFST usage practices for pavements and bridges by DOTs around the country and explore the use of UHPC produced using local materials as a potential HFST that is economical and durable. The research will investigate the laboratory and field performance of local aggregates, the UHPC produced with the local aggregates, and then compare against the performance requirements of existing specifications for traditional HFST that require the imported calcined bauxite. The field performance evaluation component will comprise of a minimum of two projects that involve restoring frictional resistance on horizontal curves on pavement surfaces as well as on a bridge deck. Maintenance concerns as well as potential additional applications will be considered in the overall evaluation.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2021 12:27:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Taconite as a Lower Cost Alternative High Friction Surface Treatment to Calcined Bauxite for Low Volume Roads in Minnesota</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This study will evaluate whether Mesabi (taconite) friction aggregate can partially or fully replace calcined bauxite in high friction surface treatment applications by considering appropriate treatment installation alternatives, including but not limited to: (1) Various adhesion methods, such as epoxy, asphalt binder, and micro surfacing; (2) Varying blends of Mesabi friction aggregate and calcined bauxite including 100% Mesabi friction aggregate and 100% calcined bauxite (for comparison); and (3) Appropriate aggregate gradation.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2020 14:30:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Effectiveness-Based Pavement Preservation Selection Based on Statistical Analysis of Long Term Pavement Performance Data</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Pavement preservation can retard development of pavement distresses and improve pavement function performance. Quantification of the effectiveness of preservation has important implications for the selection of pavement maintenance strategies and decision making in pavement management system. Most of previous studies mainly focused on the effectiveness of preservation on pavement serviceability index (PCI) and roughness; few studies considered the effectiveness of preservation on individual pavement distress and safety performance. The objective of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of pavement preservation on mitigating different asphalt pavement distresses and restoring pavement surface friction using the extracted data from the Long Term Pavement Performance (LTPP) program and advanced statistical analysis methods. The asphalt pavement distress considered in the analysis includes fatigue cracking, longitudinal cracking, transverse cracking, and rutting. It is expected that the analysis results can aid state and municipal agencies better select the appropriate maintenance treatments to maximize the cost-effectiveness of pavement preservation and increase the longevity of transportation infrastructure. The proposed research is closely related to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) research goal and University Transportation Research Center (UTRC) research focus area on State of Good Repair.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2013 01:00:21 GMT</pubDate>
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