ASTM D1196/D1196M
Standard Test Method for Nonrepetitive Static Plate Tests of Soils and Flexible Pavement Components for Use in Evaluation and Design of Airport and Highway Pavements
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ASTM D1196/D1196M is the standard test method for nonrepetitive static plate tests of soils and flexible pavement components used in the evaluation and design of airport and highway pavements. It provides a structured way to assess how pavement layers and supporting soils respond under static loading, helping engineers compare field performance data for design decisions. As an ASTM standard, it supports consistent testing practices when pavement capacity and support conditions need to be understood more clearly.
What is ASTM D1196/D1196M?
This standard defines a test method for applying a nonrepetitive static load through a plate to soils and flexible pavement components. The purpose is to observe load-response behavior that can inform pavement evaluation and design work. ASTM D1196/D1196M is commonly referenced when a controlled field test is needed to characterize support conditions, compare materials or layers, or support engineering judgment for airport and highway pavement structures.
Where is ASTM D1196/D1196M used?
ASTM D1196/D1196M is used in pavement engineering settings where soils and flexible pavement components must be evaluated under static plate loading. It is especially relevant in airport and highway projects, where design or rehabilitation decisions may depend on measured support conditions. The method is typically associated with field testing workflows involving pavement sections, subgrade soils, and related support layers, helping teams gather data that can be used in planning, assessment, and design verification.
Why is ASTM D1196/D1196M important?
This standard matters because it helps create a consistent basis for evaluating pavement support and load response in critical transportation applications. Using ASTM D1196/D1196M can improve the reliability of test results used for design, reduce uncertainty during project evaluation, and support more defensible engineering decisions. For owners, consultants, and testing teams, it also helps align field testing with an established ASTM method, which can be important for quality control, procurement, and compliance-related documentation.
- Nonrepetitive static plate loading
- Soils and flexible pavement components
- Airport and highway pavement evaluation
- Field-based support and design data
- Consistent ASTM test method application
- Publication Date: 2024-05-20
- Publisher: ASTM
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