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34 Abbreviation Full Title Definition ABC accelerated bridge construction Prefabricating bridge off-site or away from traffic to minimize traffic disruption, improve safety, and improve durability and quality. AFAD automated flagger assistance device An automated system that replaces flaggers.
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Glossary 35 Abbreviation Full Title Definition BVP best-value procurement A procurement process that considers both qualitative and quantitative criteria for selecting project contractors and vendors. CA/T Central Artery/Tunnel Refers to the large Boston-area project that rerouted I-93 into a tunnel (among other things)
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36 Sustainable Highway Construction Guidebook Abbreviation Full Title Definition DfD design for deconstruction Technical considerations in design that make infrastructure easier to deconstruct, salvage, and/or disassemble. DOT Department of transportation U.S.
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Glossary 37 Abbreviation Full Title Definition HIR hot in-place recycling A pavement rehabilitation method in which the existing asphalt pavement surface (usually ¾–2 inches deep) is heated and softened, scarified or milled, supplemented with aggregate and/or additives (if required)
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38 Sustainable Highway Construction Guidebook Abbreviation Full Title Definition NMAS nominal maximum aggregate size For a given gradation, the largest sieve size that retains some of the material but not more than 10%. NOx oxides of Nitrogen Atmospheric pollutants.
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Glossary 39 Abbreviation Full Title Definition SCSH Sustainable Construction Safety and Health A rating system for construction safety and health. SMP sustainability management plan A documented plan that describes how sustainability will be incorporated, measured, managed, and reported within an organization or project.
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