BS PD CEN/TS 12697-51:2017 describes a test method for measuring the surface shear strength for
airfield surface courses, which is a measure of the robustness of asphalt surface courses against
shearing. The surface shear strength will depend on the depth of the surface course together with the
properties of the surface course material. The binder course material and any bonding agent applied
between the two layers may have an influence on the test result for, in particular, ultra-thin surface
course.NOTE The test was designed for use on airfield runways and taxiways.Cross References:EN 12697-27:2017All current amendments available at time of purchase are included with the purchase of this document.