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POLYMER CONCRETE BRIDGE OVERLAYS

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00637717

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Abstract:

The current status of polymer concrete overlays for concrete bridge decks is presented. The physical and mechanical properties of the concretes used, the application methods, and the performance of the overlays are described. The economics, government support, market size, and outlook for overlays are also described. It is shown that polymer overlays constructed with epoxy, methacrylate, and polyester styrene binders and graded silica and basalt aggregates can provide skid resistance and protection against intrusion by chloride ions for 15 to 20 years and are an economical technique for extending the life of concrete decks reinforced with black steel, particularly when overlays must be constructed during off-peak traffic periods to minimize inconvenience to motorists. The outlook for polymer overlays has never been better.

Supplemental Notes:

This paper appears in Transportation Research Record No. 1392, Maintenance of Roadway Pavement and Structures. Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved

Monograph Accession #:

01403227

Language:

English

Authors:

Sprinkel, Michael M

Pagination:

p. 107-116

Publication Date:

1993

Serial:

Transportation Research Record

Issue Number: 1392
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
ISSN: 0361-1981

ISBN:

0309054648

Features:

Figures (4) ; Photos (7) ; References (12) ; Tables (5)

Uncontrolled Terms:

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Subject Areas:

Bridges and other structures; Construction; Design; Economics; Finance; Geotechnology; Highways; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls

Files:

TRIS, TRB, ATRI

Created Date:

Oct 1 1993 12:00AM

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