TERRA, Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (2004-2015)
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This collection contains all 34 issues of the quarterly newsletter TERRA E-News, 18 facts sheets, annual highlights, and other publications from TERRA, a program of CTS. From 2004 through June 2015, TERRA brought together government, industry, and academia in a partnership to advance innovations in road engineering and construction, including issues related to cold climates.
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Item TERRA E-News (April 2015, vol. 9, no. 2)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2015-04) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Profile: National Ready Mixed Concrete Association; Durable Roads program helps Norway improve service life and reduce costs; Member Highlights; TERRA Pavement Conference highlights growing freight shipments and the roads that carry them; MnROAD research benefits; New microsurfacing specifications improve cold-temperature performance of asphalt pavements; CTS Transportation Research Conference scheduled for May 20–21; Concrete overlay project open house, May 21; MAPA upcoming events; Recently published reports about road research focusing on cold climatesItem TERRA E-News (January 2015, vol. 9, no. 1)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2015-01) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: WisDOT explores higher recycled content in asphalt pavements; Member Highlights; Iowa partnership studying road foundation stabilization technologies; New software will aid design of concrete pavements in Minnesota; TERRA Pavement Conference and MnROAD Workshop set for Feb. 11–12; CTS Transportation Research Conference scheduled for May 20–21; NCAT Pavement Test Track Conference; MAPA upcoming events; Recently published reports about road research focusing on cold climatesItem TERRA E-News (October 2014, vol. 8, no. 4)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2014-10) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Research Spotlight: Heated airport pavement systems; Member Highlights; TERRA Innovation Series: Collaboration key to road research; Synthesis report provides insights on pothole patching; TERRA Pavement Conference and MnROAD workshop scheduled for Feb. 11–12, 2015; ARM annual convention, Dec. 2–3; MAPA upcoming events; Recently published reports about road research focusing on cold climatesItem TERRA E-News (July 2014, vol. 8, no. 3)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2014-07) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Research Spotlight: DCT test evaluates the low-temperature performance of asphalt mixes; Member Highlights; Identifying new solutions for road subgrade compaction challenges; New technology will improve diagnosis of pavement problems; TERRA Innovation Series to feature University–DOT collaborations, Aug. 20; MnROAD to celebrate 20th anniversary with open house, Aug. 6; SHRP2 workshop for the preservation of high-traffic roads, Sept. 2–5; International in-place recycling conference, Aug. 5–8; More upcoming eventsItem TERRA E-News (May 2014, vol. 8, no. 2)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2014-05) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Profile: U.S. Federal Highway Administration; Member Research Spotlight: High-Friction Surface Treatments; Member Highlights; TERRA Pavement Conference features everything from Canadian ice highways to Wisconsin farm roads; Stakeholders key to new Wisconsin farm equipment weight standards; Concrete sustainability showcase, May 12-15; SHRP2 workshop for the preservation of high-traffic roads, Sept. 2–5; CPAM upcoming events; MAPA upcoming eventItem TERRA E-News (January 2014, vol. 8, no. 1)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2014-01) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Profile: Minnesota Asphalt Pavement Association; Member Highlights; Highway agencies weigh cost to mitigate delays during construction with funding more lane miles; Peer exchange explores implementation of pavement design guide; TERRA Pavement Conference set for Feb. 5; TERRA publishes 2013 highlights; TERRA publishes fact sheet about pavement preservation; Annual geotechnical engineering conference, Feb. 28; FHWA revising course on new highway materials engineering; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming eventItem TERRA E-News (October 2013, vol. 7, no. 4)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2013-10) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member Profile: Flint Hills Resources; Member Research Spotlight: Flexible microsurfacing asphalt emulsion; Member Highlights; TERRA Innovation Series explores bioeconomy and transportation; Michigan and other state DOTs realizing benefits of 'e-Construction'; TERRA Pavement Conference scheduled for Feb. 5, 2014; ARM annual convention, Dec. 3–4; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming eventItem TERRA E-News (July 2013, vol. 7, no. 3)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2013-07) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member: Flint Hills Resources, LP; Member Research Spotlight: Rebuilding stronger, less expensive roads using full-depth reclamation; Member Highlights; Study examines ways to accommodate trucks in roundabouts; Growth inspires new TERRA general assembly focused on research and implementation; TERRA Innovation Series event to explore bioeconomy and transportation, Aug. 14; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Symposium, Aug. 15–16; Conference to focus on region’s silica sand and aggregate resources, Sept. 17–18; TERRA Pavement Conference scheduled for Feb. 5, 2014; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming eventItem TERRA E-News (May 2013, vol. 7, no. 2)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2013-05) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member Profile: Midstate Reclamation and Trucking; Member Highlights; TERRA Pavement Conference focuses on long-life pavements; New flatwork specs ensure higher quality for local concrete projects; TERRA MCC co-chair Keith Shannon announces retirement; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Symposium, Aug. 15–16; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming events; SHRP2 Tuesdays webinar series begins; 2013 International Concrete Sustainability Conference heldItem TERRA E-News (January 2013, vol. 7, no. 1)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2013-01) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Profile: National Center for Pavement Preservation; Member Research Spotlight: Transportation System Preservation Technical Services Program (TSP∙2); Member Highlights; Data-driven improvements sought from innovative construction technologies; Porous asphalt provides option for addressing environmental issues; TERRA Pavement Conference set for Feb. 14; TERRA publishes 2012 highlights; TERRA board welcomes new member representatives; 2013 International Concrete Sustainability Conference, May 6–8; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Symposium, Aug. 15–16; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming eventsItem TERRA E-News (October 2012, vol. 6, no. 4)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2012-10) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member Profile: American Engineering Testing, Inc.; Member Research Spotlight: Implementing stabilized full-depth reclamation; Member Highlights; TERRA Innovation Series event in Michigan features remote sensing technologies; Next generation yields quiet, safe, and smooth concrete pavements; TERRA Pavement Conference scheduled for Feb. 14, 2013; Michigan Tech seeking transportation-related faculty and researchers; 2013 international concrete sustainability conference seeks abstracts by Nov. 30; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming eventsItem TERRA E-News (August 2012, vol. 6, no. 3)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2012-08) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member Profile: Braun Intertec; Member Highlights; Report finds heavy farm equipment results in more damage on paved roadways; TERRA webinar discusses HMA pavement warranty performance and costs; Sustainability over generations key to pavement research projects; Innovation Series event features remote sensing and thermal imaging, Aug. 14; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Forum, Sep. 6–7; MIT concrete industry day, Sep. 27; TERRA Pavement Conference scheduled for Feb. 14, 2013; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming events; More upcoming eventsItem TERRA E-News (May 2012, vol. 6, no. 2)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2012-05) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member: American Engineering Testing, Inc.; Member Research Spotlight: Effects of concentrated deicing solutions on portland cement concrete; Member Highlights; TERRA Pavement Conference draws record attendance; Pooled-fund study seeks performance specs for asphalt pavements in cold climates; TERRA seeks project ideas by May 18; Innovation Series to explore remote sensing applications, Aug. 14; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Forum, Sep. 6–7; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming events; More upcoming eventsItem TERRA E-News (February 2012, vol. 6, no. 1)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2012-02) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member: Braun Intertec; Member Research Spotlight: Base stabilization using engineered emulsion; Member Update: Road Science, a division of ArrMaz Custom Chemicals; Member Highlights; Wind farms and other major traffic generators inspire tools to mitigate damage; Oil boom weighs on North Dakota roads and more; Norwegian Public Roads Administration research program strives for durable roads; TERRA cosponsors Feb. 7 seminar about low-temperature performance specs; Registration still open for the TERRA Pavement Conference on Feb. 9; TERRA publishes 2011 highlights; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Forum proposals due Mar. 16; ATSSA–Northland Chapter upcoming events; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM upcoming events; More upcoming eventsItem TERRA E-News (November 2011, vol. 5, no. 4)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2011-11) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member: Iowa Department of Transportation; Member Research Spotlight: Pavement markings and safety in Iowa; MnROAD research conference showcases breadth and depth of national partnerships; Portable weigh station for rural roads debuts at MnROAD; Pervious concrete researcher shares findings, tips for cold regions; TERRA Pavement Conference scheduled for Feb. 9, 2012; CPAM upcoming events; MAPA upcoming events; ATSSA annual convention and traffic expo, Feb. 12–16, 2012Item TERRA E-News (August 2011, vol. 5, no. 3)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2011-08) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Research Spotlight: Implementing the MEPDG in Michigan; Member Highlights; Depletion of local aggregate sources adds to the cost of roads; Road construction projects incorporate low-cost engineering safety improvements; TERRA Innovation Series: MnROAD research conference postponed; Concrete workshop for professors, Aug. 1-5; International concrete sustainability conference and industry day, Aug. 9–11; 2012 TERRA Pavement Conference planners seek topic ideas by Aug. 12; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Symposium, Aug. 18–19; Asphalt Shingle Recycling Forum, Oct. 27–28; CPAM upcoming events; MAPA upcoming events; ATSSA annual convention and traffic expo, Feb. 12–16, 2012Item TERRA E-News (May 2011, vol. 5, no. 2)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2011-05) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Research Spotlight: MnROAD pervious concrete test cells; Member Highlights; Sustainable, cost-effective innovations featured at TERRA Pavement Conference; Peer exchange focuses on implementation; FHWA initiative helps bring drivers back safely from the edge; TERRA Innovation Series: MnROAD research conference, Aug. 16; TERRA seeks project ideas by May 27; CTS 22nd Annual Transportation Research Conference, May 24–25; Webinar: Warm-mix asphalt applications in Northern states, June 1; FHWA publishes guide to pavement management; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Symposium, Aug. 18–19; MAPA upcoming events; International concrete sustainability conference and industry day, Aug. 9–11; ATSSA annual convention and traffic expo, Feb. 12–16, 2012; CPAM annual concrete paving workshop, March 8–9, 2012Item TERRA E-News (February 2011, vol. 5, no. 1)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2011-02) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: New Member: Mathy Technology and Engineering (MTE) Services; Member Profile: North Dakota Department of Transportation; Member Highlights; Pavement researchers present findings from pervious concrete cold-weather study; Concrete overlays gaining attention as a cost-effective option for preserving pavement life; TERRA-initiated projects grow in number, variety, and impact; Registration still open for the TERRA Pavement Conference on Feb. 10; TERRA publishes 2010 highlights; TERRA publishes fact sheet about concrete overlays; TERRA Innovation Series: MnROAD research conference scheduled for Aug. 16; Mid-Continent Transportation Research Symposium abstracts due Feb. 28; ATSSA annual convention and traffic expo, Feb. 13-17; MAPA upcoming events; CPAM annual concrete paving workshop, March 10-11; NACE annual conference, April 17-21Item TERRA E-News (October 2010, vol. 4, no. 4)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2010-10) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Profile: Minnesota Local Road Research Board (LRRB); TERRA Innovation Series: Paving the way to a sustainable future; MnROAD open house features SHRP 2 composite pavements; Visiting European transportation research groups seek opportunities for collaboration; TERRA Pavement Conference scheduled for Feb. 10, 2011; Upper Midwest Transportation Materials Summit, Nov. 3-4, 2010; Green streets and highways conference, Nov. 14-17; MAPA asphalt events planned; ATSSA annual convention and traffic expo, Feb. 13-17, 2011; CPAM annual oncrete paving workshop, March 10-11, 2011; NRMCA seeks abstracts for concrete sustainability conference, Aug. 9-11, 2011Item TERRA E-News (July 2010, vol. 4, no. 3)(Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA), 2010-07) Transportation Engineering and Road Research Alliance (TERRA)Articles include: Member Profile: Caterpillar; Member Highlights; SHRP 2 composite pavements research under way at MnROAD; Greenroads rating system promotes sustainability in road building and maintenance; Green DOTs; Infrastructure research highlights environmental and economic benefits; TERRA Innovation Series: Sustainability in transportation, Aug. 20; MnROAD open house features SHRP 2 composite pavements, Aug. 23; TERRA publishes fact sheet about Greenroads; MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub hosts industry day, Aug. 31; International conference about sustainable concrete pavements, Sept. 15-17; Green streets and highways conference, Nov. 14-17; MAPA asphalt events planned; ATSSA annual convention and traffic expo, Feb. 13-17, 2011; CPAM annual concrete paving workshop, March 10-11, 2011