Dynatest provides non-destructive pavement testing solutions that support universities, research institutes, authorities and engineering consultants in collecting reliable data for pavement modelling, validation and performance analysis across roads, airfields and other paved infrastructure.
Pavement research depends on reliable, repeatable and well-documented field data. Whether the goal is to validate design models, evaluate materials, study pavement deterioration or improve testing methodologies, the quality of the measured data determines the confidence of the research outcome.
Reliable pavement data helps researchers:
Structural Research and Analysis
Structural testing helps researchers understand how pavements respond to real loading conditions. Dynatest deflectometer solutions support the measurement of pavement response under load, analysis of layer behaviour, validation of design assumptions and research into pavement lifespan and failure mechanisms.
Functional Performance Research
Functional testing focuses on how the pavement performs at the surface level. Dynatest profiling and survey solutions support research into ride quality, roughness, texture, rutting, surface deterioration and long-term pavement performance trends.
Structural Research and Analysis
Structural testing helps researchers understand how pavements respond to real loading conditions. Dynatest deflectometer solutions support the measurement of pavement response under load, analysis of layer behaviour, validation of design assumptions and research into pavement lifespan and failure mechanisms.
Functional Performance Research
Functional testing focuses on how the pavement performs at the surface level. Dynatest profiling and survey solutions support research into ride quality, roughness, texture, rutting, surface deterioration and long-term pavement performance trends.
Dynatest solutions can support a wide range of research programs, from project-level field measurements to advanced pavement modelling and accelerated pavement testing.
| Field | Dynatest equipment |
| Structural research solutions | Heavy Weight Deflectometer (HWD) Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) Fast Falling Weight Deflectometer (FastFWD) Light Weight Deflectometer (LWD) |
| Functional research solutions | Road Surface Profiler (RSP) Multi Functional Vehicle (MFV) Surface texture and profile measurement solutions |
| Friction research solutions | Pavement Friction Tester (PFT) Runway Friction Tester (RFT) Highway Slip Friction Tester (HFT) |
| Simulation and accelerated testing solutions | Heavy Vehicle Simulator (HVS) |
| Software for data collection and analysis | DynaWare Dynatest Data Collection ELMOD Dynatest Explorer |
Many universities and research centers are among our clients, and our technology is applied to test, analyze and obtain insight. We will continue to be committed to facilitating development within the pavement evaluation industry. Read some of the research projects below.
Rowan University’s Center for Research and Education in Advanced Transportation Engineering Systems (CREATEs) works with pavement research where Heavy Weight Deflectometer testing is used to evaluate the structural integrity of pavement structures. The project is a strong example of how reliable field data supports advanced research and validation.
Researchers at the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) at Auburn University use Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing and ELMOD software to study pavement preservation and long-term pavement performance.
Researchers at the Smart Pavements Australia Research Center Hub (SPARC Hub) are evaluating the potential of the Light Weight Deflectometer for assessing the quality of compacted soils during intelligent compaction.
Dynatest supports research-focused organizations and technical decision-makers who need reliable pavement data for analysis, validation and infrastructure development.
| Who | For what |
| Universities and research institutes | Conducting pavement research, material studies, modelling and validation. |
| Government authorities | Developing standards, specifications and long-term infrastructure strategies based on measured pavement data. |
| Engineering consultants | Validating pavement models, materials and rehabilitation strategies for public and private infrastructure projects. |
| Testing providers and laboratories | Collecting high-quality field data for research, documentation and technical evaluation. |
If you are a student or working on your bachelor or master program we would love to help you with your studies and future career.
Ex. We offer students and academic researchers free, 6‑month access to ELMOD®7, our advanced pavement analysis software used by leading universities, researchers, and engineering authorities worldwide.
Read more about your possibilities as a student or academic researcher
Whether you are validating pavement models, evaluating new materials or planning a long-term research program, Dynatest can help you collect reliable pavement data and identify the right testing setup for your research objectives.