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Lab Softening Point Test

The document summarizes a laboratory experiment conducted by a group of students to determine the softening point of two bitumen samples. The softening point was found to be 48°C for sample A and 49°C for sample B. The experiment allowed the group to better understand how the softening point is used to classify bitumen for road construction based on its viscosity and hardness at different temperatures. Safety precautions must be followed when handling hot bitumen samples.

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Lab Softening Point Test

The document summarizes a laboratory experiment conducted by a group of students to determine the softening point of two bitumen samples. The softening point was found to be 48°C for sample A and 49°C for sample B. The experiment allowed the group to better understand how the softening point is used to classify bitumen for road construction based on its viscosity and hardness at different temperatures. Safety precautions must be followed when handling hot bitumen samples.

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HIGHWAY ENGINEERING LABORATORY

ECG344
OPEN-ENDED LAB
OCTOBER 2021 - FEBRUARY 2022

TITLE OF EXPERIMENT : SOFTENING POINT TEST


DATE OF EXPERIMENT : 12 JANUARY 2022
GROUP : EC1105M
GROUP MEMBERS
1. MUHAMMAD HILMAN BIN NAZRI 2019807248
2. MUHAMMAD SYAHAMUDIN BIN MAT BASRI 2019260792
3. MUHAMMAD IRFAN BIN NAZARUDDIN - 2019413252
4. MUHAMMAD ZHARFAN BIN SARUDIN 2019232514

LECTURER : MADAM ASMIDAR BINTI ALIAS


LEVEL OF OPENESS : 0/1/2

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DATA

Ring A Ring B
Softening point 48°𝑐 49°𝑐
temperature (°C)

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DISCUSSION

We were able to discover the major objective of this softening point of bitumen
activity based on the experiment that our group conducted in the previous laboratory,
and we were able to state that the temperature for the bitumen samples to soften was at
48 0C. This laboratory is to determine the hardness and consistency of bitumen before
it may be applied on the road. Also, their viscosity determines the grades and
temperatures at which they are employed to a large extent. Asphalt's viscosity fluctuates
depending on temperature, ranging from a solid to a thin liquid.

As the temperature rises, the viscosity falls. Because of the weather and
environmental conditions in each location, the types of bitumen softness can vary. The
melting point of bituminous materials is unknown. The lower the temperature
sensitivity, the higher the softening point. This is because, The consistency of bitumen
may be related to temperature changes by the expression.

The cause and effect that occurred during this experiment was that the
thermometer reading was inaccurate, resulting in incorrect results. Aside from that, the
bitumen samples on the rings were not compact when inserted, resulting in bitumen
thickness on the samples that differed from the others. Next, the safety precautions that
we have to practice while doing this laboratory is that to make sure that the thermometer
is in a good condition and the bitumen was place in the rings with carefully.

CONCLUSION

The average softening point of bitumen is 48.5 C, according to the experiment.


The experiment's objectives have been met. The lower the temperature sensitivity, the
higher the softening point. As the temperature rises, the viscosity falls. The softening
point is significant in bitumen classification since it is indicative of the material's
inclination to flow at elevated temperatures encountered in service. It is also used to
establish the uniformity of shipments or sources of supply. The testing is done to
classify the bitumen before it is used in road construction. We need to know the
condition of the bitumen to see if it meets the required grade for the temperature range
we use, so we can use it in our construction projects, such as road building.

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APPENDIX

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