Asphalt Materials Science and Technology

A one-of-a-kind reference offering an authoritative approach for the proper selection and use of asphalts.

James G. Speight (Author)

9780128002735, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 23 October 2015

650 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 3.5 cm, 1.18 kg

"a welcome addition to the chemical literature…Material engineers exploring the applications of asphalt will find value in this book. Chemists working in the petrochemical industry, analysts involved in the characterization of petrochemicals, and forensic scientists working in failure and compliance assessment will also find this text useful." --MRS Bulletin

Asphalt is a complex but popular civil engineering material. Design engineers must understand these complexities in order to optimize its use. Whether or not it is used to pave a busy highway, waterproof a rooftop or smooth out an airport runway, Asphalt Materials Science and Technology acquaints engineers with the issues and technologies surrounding the proper selection and uses of asphalts. With this book in hand, researchers and engineering will find a valuable guide to the production, use and environmental aspect of asphalt.

1. Nomenclature and Terminology2. Chemistry of Asphalt3. Production4. Material Selection Considerations5. Asphalt Testing6. Applications7. Biodegradation of Asphalt8. Environmental Aspects of Asphalt Use

Subject Areas: Civil engineering, surveying & building [TN], Materials science [TGM]