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

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