The concrete pavement technology program within the FHWA's Office of Pavement Technology plays a crucial role in research, development and delivery of new technologies for high-performance concrete pavements. We:
- Work with our partners in industry through Cooperative Agreements and Expert Task Groups to help oversee national concrete pavement research projects to assure cost-effective results;
- Work with our partners on final development and deployment of innovative equipment, materials, tools and techniques to improve pavement design, performance, and rehabilitation;
- Work in cooperation with the FHWA's Resource Centers and Division Offices to deliver the products of research to our customers and serve as sources of expert knowledge on new concrete technology;
- Work with our partners and customers to determine the direction and goals of future research programs; and
- Work with our partners and customers to resolve issues of a national scope that are related to implementation of new technology. Examples of current issues in concrete technology include the need for fast-track construction techniques and increased pavement durability
The emphasis in the FHWA's FY 2001-2005 Concrete Pavement technology program is on reducing user delays and life-cycle costs through development of higher performance concrete pavements. Our activities include an ambitious new concrete pavement research program, and a major initiative to promote advanced structural design and rehabilitation methods.
Mobile Concrete Laboratory
