Project
Resistance to weathering of aggregates and rocks. (VSS2005/401)
Funding origin:
Switzerland
STRIA Roadmaps:
Transport infrastructure (INF)
Transport mode:
Road
Project website:
Duration:
Start date: 11/10/2005,
End date: 10/10/2013
Status: Finished
Funding details:
Overview
Background & policy context:
No rapid testing method is available to determine the type of weathering and the weathering resistance of aggregates and rocks. The current testing methods are time consuming (1 to 3 month). It is needed to achieve a simple and rapid testing method to determine the main weathering properties of rocks and aggregates within maximum one week.
Objectives:
The objective of the project is development of a fast and simple testing method to determine the weathering properties of rocks and aggregates.
Methodology:
The methodology is based on laboratory testing, in situ comparisons and to a lesser extent, theoretical compilation of existing data, in particular the work of F. de Quervain on sustainability rocks in Switzerland.
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