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Kambham, Babu
sarath_k_b@yahoo.com
EDUCATION
  Master of Science, Civil Engineering, Dec 2003
The University of Texas at El Paso.      GPA: 3.86/ 4.00
Bachelor of Science Nagarjuna University India.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
  Hot Mix Asphalt Testing with MTS
EXPERIENCE
  Research Assistant    Jan 2002 to Present

Evaluated the Simple Performance Tests (SPTs) ability to predict moisture susceptibility of Environmental Conditioning System (ECS) conditioned hot mix asphalt concrete (HMAC) using MTS machine. Activities include preparing asphalt concrete specimens, testing, and drafting results. The project was funded by National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP). Worked on asphalt binder testing procedures like DSR, Rotational Viscometer, and BBR. Had a strong knowledge of Superpave Mix Design procedure and experience in testing with Hamburg Wheel Tracking Device.

Teaching Assistant    Aug 2001 to Dec 2002

Responsibilities include mentoring activities, conducting labs and workshops, tutoring, and grading.

Master's Thesis:

Integration of Simple Performance Tests with Environmental Conditioning System.

Projects:

Superpave Mix Design, Fall 2002.
Testing of Soils Mixed with Waste and Recycled Materials, Fall 2001.
Level of Service of Selected Roads in Vijayawada City, India. 2000.
HONORS and AWARDS
  Passed Fundementals of Engineering Exam.

Alumni Academy Scholarship,
University of Texas at El Paso, 2001-2002.

President of the Technical Committee Bapatla Engineering College, India.
   

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