Modified Flexural Strength Test
Project Information
Project ID:
FHWA-PROJ-11-0041
Project Abstract:
This study includes development of a modified flexural beam test for paving concrete.
Goals:
The primary objective of this study is to examine the feasibility of using a smaller-size beam (4 by 4 by 14 inches) to conduct flexural strength testing (ASTM C-78) for concrete pavements in the field and in the laboratory. This objective will be achieved by comparing flexural strength test results obtained from the regular- and smaller-size beams. If good correlation is achieved, States may start using the smaller-size beams for quality assurance with more confidence.
Research HUB ID:
7804
Project Status:
Completed
Project Funding Amount (Contract Award Amount):
$300,000.00
Start Date:
End Date:
Public Access Plan:
No
Laboratory:
FHWA Program Area:
- Infrastructure
Fiscal Year / AMRP Program / AMRP Activity:
- FY 2002-2022 / Infrastructure / Pavements and Materials
Project Outputs:
New American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials specification for flexural strength testing. [Source: FHWA, PMSS Database (2013)]
AMRP = Annual Modal Research Plan
Contact Information
Team:
Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Office:
Management Organizations
Sponsor Organization
Organization Role:
Sponsor Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Research, Development, and Technology - Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Managing Organization
Organization Role:
Project Managing Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Research, Development, and Technology - Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Performing Organization
Organization Role:
Performing Organization
Organization:
Federal Highway Administration: Office of Research, Development, and Technology - Office of Infrastructure Research and Development