This paper discusses an investigation using the CSIR Transportek Heavy Vehicle Simulator (HVS) to determine the impact of using aggregates softer than specified in chip seals and to propose possible relaxations in the currently specified strength requirements.
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Paige-Green, P. 2004. Aggregate strength for bituminous surfacings for low volume roads: a heavy vehicle simulator experience. Roads - The Arteries of Africa: 8th Conference on Asphalt Pavements for Southern Africa, Sun City, North West Province, South Africa, 12-16 September, 2004, pp. 1-11
Paige-Green, P. (2004). Aggregate strength for bituminous surfacings for low volume roads: a heavy vehicle simulator experience. http://hdl.handle.net/10204/1971
Paige-Green, P. "Aggregate strength for bituminous surfacings for low volume roads: a heavy vehicle simulator experience." (2004): http://hdl.handle.net/10204/1971
Paige-Green P, Aggregate strength for bituminous surfacings for low volume roads: a heavy vehicle simulator experience; 2004. http://hdl.handle.net/10204/1971 .