This chapter addresses the common practices and test methods (standards) that are used for certification programs for the basic material categories of soils and aggregate, asphalt mixture, and ...

Compared to metals such as aluminum and steel, the number of stiffness and strength properties associated with polymer matrix composites (PMCs) is extensive. For metals, these mechanical properties ...

Mechanical materials testing is a fundamental method in quality assurance, utilized across material development, production, and laboratory settings. However, the integration of artificial ...