Q2) An HMA sample had been taken from a road during the construction, the weight of sample after the separation of binder was 6580 gm and the retaining on each sieve is shown in following table. Determine whether HMA sample is satisfying the ASTM specification for the asphalt layer or not? Retaining (gm) % passing according to ASTM D7064 Sieve No. 19 100 12.5 494 85 – 100 9.5 2961 35 - 60 4.75 1974 10- 25 2.36 658 5- 10 0.075 296 2-4 pan 197

Q2) An HMA sample had been taken from a road during the construction, the weight of sample after the separation of binder was 6580 gm and the retaining on each sieve is shown in following table. Determine whether HMA sample is satisfying the ASTM specification for the asphalt layer or not? Retaining (gm) % passing according to ASTM D7064 Sieve No. 19 100 12.5 494 85 – 100 9.5 2961 35 - 60 4.75 1974 10- 25 2.36 658 5- 10 0.075 296 2-4 pan 197

Structural Analysis

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Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

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Chapter2: Loads On Structures

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