Comprehensive comparative analysis of the quality of crushed stone from various deposits under the conditions of their production quotas

The paper discusses a relevant issue arising from the ban on the extraction of common minerals on land in the Rostov Region and the growing demand for high-quality crushed stone for reinforced concrete products and road surfacing. Consequently, there is a need for a rapid transition to alternative raw material sources for modern construction; in particular, sandstone crushed stone from the Tula Region could be used as an alternative. The study provides a comprehensive assessment of the performance properties of sandstone crushed stone from various deposits and offers recommendations for its most effective use.