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An Investigation Into Quality Of Aggregate In Road Construction
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The current extensive use of low quality aggregate in Nigerian road for engineering applications is of concern because their appear to be a level of ignorance surrounding their existing properties and implications. This project was conceived for the purpose of comparing the crushed aggregate deposits in Isi-Agu Abia State and mac-Daniels Abakiliki. One sample each were obtained from different location mentioned above and transported to ministry of works laboratory Enugu, Enugu State. These two aggregate samples were tested for sieve analysis test, relative density test, water absorption test, ten percent fine test, aggregate crushing value test (ACV), Aggregate impact value test (AIV), and Abrasion value test. Findings revealed that the best aggregate for road construction is the aggregate from Isi-Agu. It also revealed that the standard strength for Abrasion is between 20 – 30 percent comparison were made between the results, precautions, procedures and observations. And this coarse aggregate should be tested and analyzed before using in any constructional purposes to ensure durability of engineering products.
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CHAPTER ONE - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]CHAPTER ONEINTRODUCTIONThe basic thing in investigation into the
quality of aggregate in road construction is that aggregates serves as
reinforcement to add strength to the overall composite material. Due to
the relatively high hydraulic conductivity value as compared to most
soils, aggregates are widely used in drainage application such as
foundation and French drains, septic drain fields, retaining wall drains
and road side edge drains. Also the quality of aggregates helps to
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CHAPTER ONE - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]CHAPTER ONEINTRODUCTIONThe basic thing in investigation into the
quality of aggregate in road construction is that aggregates serves as
reinforcement to add strength to the overall composite material. Due to
the relatively high hydraulic conductivity value as compared to most
soils, aggregates are widely used in drainage application such as
foundation and French drains, septic drain fields, retaining wall drains
and road side edge drains. Also the quality of aggregates helps to
pre ... Continue reading---
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