ASTM E1082-90(1995) - 1.1.1990
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of vehicular response to traveled surface roughness.

1.2 This test method utilizes an apparatus that measures the relative motion of a sprung mass system in response to traveled surface roughness where the mass is supported by automotive type suspension and tires.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precautionary statements are given in Section 6.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E867-23

Standard Terminology Relating to Vehicle-Pavement Systems

E177-20

Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods

E178-21

Standard Practice for Dealing With Outlying Observations

E1136-19

Standard Specification for P195/75R14 Radial Standard Reference Test Tire