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... RESEARCH NEEDS Research is needed to improve the performance and to extend the life of TPOs. Suggested areas of research include • Development of resins, including those from recycled plastics, that will perform under extreme conditions, such as very low or very high temperatures, heavy traffic volumes, or heavy loads; • Development of polymer concretes that will self-heal in the event of cracks and delamination; • Development and validation of tests that will more accurately predict long-term performance of polymer concrete systems when used in a wide range of temperatures, heavy loads, and heavy traffic volumes; • Improved analytical techniques to select material properties and thicknesses of TPOs to perform satisfactorily in the intended conditions; and • Development of nondestructive test procedures that will accurately determine whether the condition of bridge decks is suitable for TPO application.
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  • polymer concrete
  • service life
  • bridge deck


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