Abstract: Bituminous surface treatments (BSTs), or chip seals, can be placed soon after (e.g., within 1 year) the underlying asphalt layer is paved, toward the end of the life of the existing asphalt layer, or sometime in ...

Abstract: Stone mastic asphalt (SMA) has been used for decades to extend the life of asphalt pavements, especially in terms of rutting resistance. However, its performance and cost-effectiveness have been debated. This study evaluates ...

Abstract: Due to budget constraints, highway agencies tend to use thin lifts as a primary rehabilitation strategy. The construction of a thin lift requires a small nominal maximum aggregate size (NMAS), e.g., 9.5 mm or ...