ROAD ASPHALTS

Discover the world of road asphalts with this concise and clear manual. Learn all about polymer-modified and other substances, used both hot and cold. This manual is the ideal source of knowledge for students, scientists and professionals in the road construction industry.

• Complete overview of the methods of obtaining asphalts
• Detailed classification, composition and chemical structure of asphalts
• Discussion of the properties of physico-chemical and rheological properties
• Research methods and quality requirements
• Influence of raw material and production technology on asphalt properties
• Environmental issues related to the production and use of asphalt

This book is a concise and clear lecture script on road asphalts used in road construction. Particular attention is paid to polymer-modified and other substances, used both hot and cold. The manual contains an overview of the methods of obtaining asphalts, their classification, composition and chemical structure, and physico-chemical and rheological properties. These properties are discussed in relation to their impact on the condition of the surface during operation.

The publication also discusses research methods, quality requirements and the influence of raw material and asphalt production technology on its properties. The issues of asphalt aging and environmental issues related to the production and use of these materials are also addressed. This is a comprehensive source of knowledge for anyone who wants to delve into the secrets of road asphalts.

The second edition of the manual takes into account the changes resulting from the technical progress in the field of road asphalts. It is an irreplaceable source of information for students and scientific staff of technical universities, as well as for employees of research institutes for road construction and the refining industry, laboratories and road construction companies. With this book, you will gain a full understanding of the properties and applications of road asphalts, which will contribute to improving the quality and durability of road surfaces.

Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności is a renowned publishing house specializing in publications in the field of transport, logistics and communication. Their books are characterized by high substantive quality and a practical approach to the topic. When choosing publications from this publishing house, you can be sure that you are reaching for a proven and reliable source of knowledge.