Can we compare optimum bitumen content of DBM and BC layer for a project using Marshall test?

[nickt12]

Can we compare optimum bitumen content of DBM and BC layer for a project using Marshall test?
and what should be layer thickness

 

[Dnyan Deshmukh]

i do not know about how you can compare the optimum level of 2 different design mixes but yes you can compare the designing is done to optimum level or not.

below article might help you in that.

Bitumen percentage by Marshall Method of Mix Design

Bitumen percentage by Marshall Method of Mix Design The Marshall Method of mix design is intended both for laboratory design and field control of bituminous hot-mix dense graded paving mixtures. Originally developed by Bruce Marshall of the Mississippi State Highway Department, the US Army Corps...

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