ABSTRACT
Existing mix design methods are related primarily to open or semi-dense cold mixtures. This paper presents a new mix design rnethod, exclusively geared, to dense graded cold mixtures having either continuous or gap graded gradation curve. The methodology uses the Marshall equipment and a modified marshall procedure. The design criteria are: Soaked stability, Retained stability, Water absorption, Total voids content, Degree of coating, Bitumen film thickness and Creep stiffness coefficient.
