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“STUDENT RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT” November 2024

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International […]

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“STUDENT RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT” October 2024

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International

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Pitt Engineering Team Secures $600K Grant to Enhance Military Concrete Pavements

A research team led by Dr. Alessandro Fascetti, Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, has received over $600,000 from the Engineer Research Development Center

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ASCP-TfNSW Grey Card: Rigid Pavements

ISCP partner organization, ASCP, in partnership with Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW), Australia, announced a Grey Card course on rigid pavements. Class Size and Format The course is intended

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Advancing Concrete Innovation: The Future of Pavement Preservation

Concrete pavements have seen significant advancements in the 21st century, revolutionizing the way highways are constructed and maintained. One of the most notable innovations was the development of the Next Generation

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Concrete Roundabouts: The Key to Long-Lasting, Low-Maintenance Intersections

Concrete roundabouts offer a resilient solution to handle the stresses and heavy loads placed on modern intersections, writes ACPA. With concrete’s ability to resist rutting and shoving, it ensures a

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Podcast Alert: Quiet Roads Ahead – Innovations in Noise Reduction and Pavement Solutions

In this episode of The STREAM by ASSHTO, Kevin Robertson, Surface Treatment Engineer at the Arizona Department of Transportation, delves into the benefits of Diamond Grinding and Concrete pavements in

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“STUDENT RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT” September 2024

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International

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Designing Economical, High-Performing Roadways for Illinois’ Growing Traffic

With vehicle miles traveled in Illinois nearly doubling from 52 billion in 1970 to 103 billion in 2023, the need for efficient and durable pavement designs has become crucial, writes

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Advancing Sustainable Infrastructure: CRCP’s Success Across Texas

The Summer 2024 edition of the MAP Brief, titled “Sustainable Pavements: CRCP Across Texas,” highlights the growing success of continuously reinforced concrete pavements (CRCP) in the state. Authored by experts

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“STUDENT RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT” August 2024

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International

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MnDOT Investigates Low GWP Concrete for Sustainable Paving

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) along with the National Road Research Alliance,  has launched a pioneering study to explore alternative concrete paving mixtures aimed at reducing the global warming

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Fort Cavazos Celebrates 40-Year-Old Roller-Compacted Concrete

The Directorate of Public Works (DPW), in collaboration with the Cement Council of Texas (CCT), hosted the Roller-Compacted Concrete (RCC) Engineer Learning Professional Development Symposium on June 23, 2024. The

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Formation Factor: The Key to Assessing Concrete Durability

Concrete, a cornerstone of modern construction, must withstand diverse environmental stresses to ensure long-term durability. While traditional measures like compressive strength provide initial quality control, they do not fully predict

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“STUDENT RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT” July 2024

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International

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Reflective Pavements: A Vital Solution to Combat Extreme Heat in Cities

Extreme heat is the deadliest natural hazard in the United States, and its impact is felt most acutely in urban areas. Cities, where vast expanses of pavement absorb and retain

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Climate Change Forces Highway Construction to Adapt

The evolving climate is increasingly impacting road infrastructure, necessitating a focus on resilience and risk management, according to experts at the recent 2024 National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) conference

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CRCP: The First Choice for Texas Highway Pavements

When it comes to building highway pavements in Texas, continuously reinforced concrete pavements (CRCP) stand out as the preferred choice due to their remarkable durability and minimal maintenance requirements writes

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“STUDENT RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT” June 2024

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Each month, or every other month, a student will provide a 1-page illustrated abstract of the research they are currently conducting. This is a wonderful opportunity for the student, for our International

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Minneapolis Implements Innovative Concrete Street Rehabilitation Program

In a bid to combat the perennial issue of potholes and pavement deterioration, the city officials of Minneapolis have rolled out a pioneering Concrete Street Rehabilitation Program, showcases the International

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