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December 5, 2022

Long-Term Pavement Performance

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Optimizing the long-term performance of pavements greatly improves cost-effectiveness and sustainability. Kevin Senn, PE, a Principal Engineer at NCE, explains how systematically measuring and analyzing pavement performance enables asset managers […]

November 3, 2022

Advanced Pavement Analysis Tools & Material Characterization

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Knowing pavement condition can help you accurately predict maintenance & material needs. Eyad Masad, PhD, PE, a professor at Texas A&M University, provides insights on pavement analysis tools and the […]

September 19, 2022

Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement Design, Performance & Sustainability

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Some cracks in pavement surfaces can extend the service life of a road. Continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) assets contribute to sustainability throughout the design, construction, operation and maintenance phases […]

August 1, 2022

Better Roads with a Design-Build Approach

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The design process is key to delivering safe, sustainable infrastructure. Simplifying the infrastructure design process can help reduce risks and costs. Tim Martin, President of 2TM Consulting Engineers, explains the […]

July 11, 2022

Pavement Data Collection in Newly Industrialized and Developing Countries

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For international success, adapt to local practices. Flexibility and agility are increasingly required to manage quickly evolving infrastructure strategies and technologies. For teams working in newly industrialized and developing countries, […]

June 6, 2022

Segmental Bridges and Their Long-Term Sustainability

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Building the right bridge infrastructure can help reduce strain on the environment. Gregg Freeby, Executive Director of the American Segmental Bridge Institute, explains how segmental bridges offer a cost-effective, long-lasting […]

May 2, 2022

Autonomous Vehicles & Their Impact on the Infrastructure Network

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Driverless vehicles may help improve transportation efficiency. Today’s vehicles come with many types of driver-assist technology, but will the vehicles of the future be completely driverless? Steve Karamihas, PhD, from […]

April 4, 2022

Creating Sustainable Power Through Pavement Energy Harvesting

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Meeting the world’s energy needs is a challenge our transportation infrastructure can help solve. Solar panels on rooftops are a familiar sight. But solar panels in roadways? Samer Dessouky, PhD, […]

March 7, 2022

Improving Infrastructure Sustainability Using Pavement Life Cycle Assessment

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Delivering a sustainable transportation network requires strategic innovations in infrastructure asset management. Professor John Harvey from the University of California, Davis, says adopting a pavement life cycle assessment process can […]

February 7, 2022

Better Insights Through Accelerated Pavement Testing

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To evaluate pavement performance under specific conditions, transportation agencies must go beyond traditional testing methods. Bouzid Choubane, PhD, PE explains how to generate better insights into pavement materials, technologies, and […]

November 1, 2021

Strategically Using a Bridge Management System

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Keeping bridge structures in good repair is essential for ensuring a safe and reliable infrastructure network. Jose Weissmann, PhD, PE, joins the podcast to discuss how modern bridge management strategies […]

October 4, 2021

Balanced Mix Design for Asphalt Pavements

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To improve the performance and sustainability of asphalt pavements, start with the right mix of construction materials. Amy Epps Martin, PhD, PE, FASCE, from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute, explains […]

August 25, 2021

Performance-Related Specifications

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Performance-related specifications (PRS) can help transportation agencies improve their infrastructure systems. Nasir Gharaibeh, PhD, PE, from Texas A&M University, explains the difference PRS makes for future performance.

August 2, 2021

Bridge Smoothness Specifications

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Rideability is just as important on bridges as on roadways. Brian Schleppi, from the Ohio Department of Transportation, returns to the podcast to discuss the causes and impacts of bridge […]

July 7, 2021

Improve Data Quality Through Certification

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Smoothness data plays an important role in effective pavement management. Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s Emmanuel Fernando, PhD, PE, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of inertial profilers and the […]

March 22, 2021

Vehicle Operating Costs

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Vehicle operating costs are an important part of the benefit-cost analysis of transportation infrastructure investments. Dr. Elie Hajj from the University of Nevada, Reno discusses the roadway factors that impact […]

March 1, 2021

Diamond Grinding for Pavement Preservation

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For longer-lasting concrete and asphalt pavement surfaces, try this gem of a technique. Larry Scofield from the International Grooving and Grinding Association joins the podcast to explain the benefits and […]

February 1, 2021

Pavement Performance Models

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Creating performance models is one step in an effective strategy to improve pavement performance. Dr. Jorge Prozzi from the University of Texas at Austin joins the podcast to discuss important considerations for developing and applying performance […]

January 4, 2021

Pavement Friction Management

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Friction management is a critical component of a safe road network. Brian Schleppi from the Ohio Department of Transportation joins the podcast to discuss how a successful friction management program can improve road safety.

November 2, 2020

Developing a 4-Year Work Plan

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Developing a 4-year work plan is one of the best ways agencies can improve their pavement management process. Pavement expert Magdy Mikhail once again joins the podcast to explore the […]

October 5, 2020

Benefits of Hot Mix Asphalt

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The transportation industry continuously looks for ways to make roads smoother, quieter, and more sustainable. Harold Mullen, from the Texas Asphalt Pavement Association, explains how Hot Mix Asphalt is a […]

September 8, 2020

Pavement Preservation & Chip Seals

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Pavement preservation is a successful strategy for improving road network performance and longevity. Cindy Estahkri from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute joins the podcast to talk about the many benefits […]

August 3, 2020

Cement in a Changing Environment

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Cement is a valuable resource for the world’s infrastructure, yet it leaves a large carbon footprint. Rich Rogers from the Cement Council of Texas joins the podcast to talk about […]

July 6, 2020

Pavement Rehabilitation, Reconstruction, and Recycling

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Successful pavement management means the right treatment at the right time and place. In this episode, Tom Scullion, P.E., Head of the Flexible Pavement Program at Texas A&M University’s Transportation […]

June 10, 2020

Signs, Signals, and Sustainability

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Sustainability, mobility, and affordability. These are some of the issues that keep transportation leaders up at night. Traffic Operations Engineer Andy Kading tells how the City of Eugene, Oregon, is […]

May 11, 2020

Using Pavement Data: From Collection to Decision-Making

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More data is available today than ever before—but are agencies putting it to good use? Pavement data expert Chris Newson explores how agencies can more effectively gather, interpret, and apply […]

April 30, 2020

Leading in the New Normal

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COVID-19 is changing the workplace—at home and around the globe. AgileAssets COO Michael Lester explains how organizations can foster new ways of collaborating in the new normal.

April 6, 2020

Why Agencies Are Moving to SaaS

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The global SaaS market is growing by 15% annually. IT expert Dave Scassa explains how agencies are harnessing the security, performance, and affordability of SaaS solutions.

March 2, 2020

Optimization in Pavement Management

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Pavement management expert Magdy Mikhail, PhD, PE, explains how agencies can use true optimization to maximize pavement performance and reduce costs.

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