Bituminous binders and mixtures

Abstract

The subject of this chapter is to present materials for construction and civil engineering that incorporate bitumen and bituminous binders in its composition to be used in waterproofing systems and pavements of transport infrastructures, e.g. roads and airfields. General properties of bitumen, bitumen binders and bitumen emulsions are described. Waterproofing systems and bituminous mixtures are the main materials regarding the use of bitumen and bituminous binders for main civil engineering purposes. In the case of bituminous mixtures, the composition, properties and main products and applications are presented in the perspective of their use in pavement layers. Surface treatments and other special products and applications are also included. The main technical requirements are related to the materials, techniques and equipments involved during the design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation and recycling of these bituminous materials.