Fatigue Properties of Aged Porous Asphalt Mixtures with an Epoxy Asphalt Binder

2022 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaolong Li ◽  
Junan Shen ◽  
Tianqing Ling ◽  
Fugen Yuan
Keyword(s):  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Asphalt Mixtures ◽  
Fatigue Properties ◽  
Porous Asphalt ◽  
Epoxy Asphalt

scholarly journals Laboratory Assessment of Epoxy Asphalt Mixture Incorporating Tire Rubber Waste

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Shatha S. Hasan ◽  
Rasha H. Abd Al-Ameer ◽  
Haider A. Hassani
Keyword(s):  
High Performance ◽  
Permanent Deformation ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Asphalt Mixture ◽  
Asphalt Mixtures ◽  
Laboratory Assessment ◽  
Tire Rubber ◽  
Rubber Waste ◽  
Epoxy Asphalt ◽  
Road Paving

The use of epoxy asphalt in road paving is one of the promising solutions for long-life road pavements in service with minimal maintenance. However, the high cost still stands as an obstacle to the widespread use of this high-performance material. The use of tire rubber waste (TRW) is one of the solutions in order to reduce costs, improve the environment, and improve the performance of epoxy asphalt mixtures, in addition to alleviating the brittle behaviour that epoxy asphalt tends to. This study proposes to add TRW in improving epoxy asphalt produced in local laboratories by using phenol Novolac resin as an epoxy curing agent of the epoxy base inside asphalt binder to produce and evaluate improved epoxy asphalt. The percentage of epoxy base used was 25% of the asphalt binder mixed with a 1:1 ratio of epoxy to Novolac using potassium hydroxide (KOH) as a catalyst. Whereas the proportions of added TRW were (1%, 2%, and 3%) of the total mixture weight by using the dry mixing method. The results showed, at its best values at 2% of TRW, that there was an increase in Marshall stability by 10%, and Marshall flow remained within specification limits with a decrease in the value of air voids at the highest bulk density, and a slight decrease in indirect tensile strength by 2%, with remaining excellent resistance to moisture sensitivity at 94%, and improvement in resistance to permanent deformation (rutting) by 14%. This indicates an improvement in the improved epoxy asphalt mixtures by the addition of TRW compared to the reference epoxy asphalt mixtures.

A Hybrid Model to Predict the Gyratory Compaction of Hot Mixed Asphalt

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teng Man
Keyword(s):  
Hybrid Model ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Asphalt Mixture ◽  
Aggregate Size ◽  
Asphalt Mixtures ◽  
Compaction Process ◽  
Particle Rearrangement ◽  
Compaction Behavior ◽  
Grain Size Distributions ◽  
Gyratory Compaction

The compaction of asphalt mixture is crucial to the mechanical properties and the maintenance of the pavement. However, the mix design, which based on the compaction properties, remains largely on empirical data. We found difficulties to relate the aggregate size distribution and the asphalt binder properties to the compaction behavior in both the field and laboratory compaction of asphalt mixtures. In this paper, we would like to propose a simple hybrid model to predict the compaction of asphalt mixtures. In this model, we divided the compaction process into two mechanisms: (i) visco-plastic deformation of an ordered thickly-coated granular assembly, and (ii) the transition from an ordered system to a disordered system due to particle rearrangement. This model could take into account both the viscous properties of the asphalt binder and grain size distributions of the aggregates. Additionally, we suggest to use the discrete element method to understand the particle rearrangement during the compaction process. This model is calibrated based on the SuperPave gyratory compaction tests in the pavement lab. In the end, we compared the model results to experimental data to show that this model prediction had a good agreement with the experiments, thus, had great potentials to be implemented to improve the design of asphalt mixtures.

scholarly journals Multi-Criteria Selection of Additives in Porous Asphalt Mixtures Using Mechanical, Hydraulic, Economic, and Environmental Indicators

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 2146
Author(s):  
Anik Gupta ◽  
Carlos J. Slebi-Acevedo ◽  
Esther Lizasoain-Arteaga ◽  
Jorge Rodriguez-Hernandez ◽  
Daniel Castro-Fresno
Keyword(s):  
Cellulose Fiber ◽  
Environmental Indicators ◽  
Asphalt Mixtures ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Modified Bitumen ◽  
Porous Asphalt ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Product Assessment ◽  
Polymer Modified Bitumen ◽  
Selection Of

Porous asphalt (PA) mixtures are more environmentally friendly but have lower durability than dense-graded mixtures. Additives can be incorporated into PA mixtures to enhance their mechanical strength; however, they may compromise the hydraulic characteristics, increase the total cost of pavement, and negatively affect the environment. In this paper, PA mixtures were produced with 5 different types of additives including 4 fibers and 1 filler. Their performances were compared with the reference mixtures containing virgin bitumen and polymer-modified bitumen. The performance of all mixes was assessed using: mechanical, hydraulic, economic, and environmental indicators. Then, the Delphi method was applied to compute the relative weights for the parameters in multi-criteria decision-making methods. Evaluation based on distance from average solution (EDAS), technique for order of the preference by similarity to ideal solution (TOPSIS), and weighted aggregated sum product assessment (WASPAS) were employed to rank the additives. According to the results obtained, aramid pulp displayed comparable and, for some parameters such as abrasion resistance, even better performance than polymer-modified bitumen, whereas cellulose fiber demonstrated the best performance regarding sustainability, due to economic and environmental benefits.

scholarly journals Exploratory study of porous asphalt mixtures with additions of reclaimed tetra pak material

2018 ◽  
Vol 160 ◽  
pp. 233-239 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valerio C. Andrés-Valeri ◽  
Javier Rodriguez-Torres ◽  
Miguel A. Calzada-Perez ◽  
Jorge Rodriguez-Hernandez
Keyword(s):  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Asphalt Mixtures ◽  
Porous Asphalt ◽  
Tetra Pak

Experimental Study on Epoxy Asphalt Binder

2010 ◽  
Vol 168-170 ◽  
pp. 916-919
Author(s):  
Ke Fei Liu
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Experimental Study ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Technical Requirement ◽  
Basic Requirement ◽  
Application Process ◽  
Epoxy Asphalt ◽  
Steel Deck ◽  
Thermosetting Epoxy

Epoxy asphalt has fundamentally changed the thermoplastic of asphalt and endowed the asphalt with excellent physical and mechanical properties. This paper analyses the developing technical requirement of thermosetting epoxy asphalt and points out its main problems during preparation and application process. Aiming at the steel deck paving characteristics, the author has independently developed epoxy asphalt binder and tested its performances, the results have showed that this binder can meet the basic requirement of various pavings, and its further research are in process.

Determining Optimum Carbon Nanotubes Content for Asphalt Mixture in Road Pavements

2021 ◽  
Vol 1023 ◽  
pp. 121-126
Author(s):  
Van Bach Le ◽  
Van Phuc Le
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Asphalt Pavement ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Asphalt Mixture ◽  
Construction Cost ◽  
Asphalt Mixtures ◽  
Static Modulus ◽  
Pavement Construction ◽  
Modified Binder ◽  
Marshall Stability

Although small amount of binder in asphalt concrete mixture may commonly range from 3.5 to 5.5% of total mixture as per many international specifications, it has a significant impact on the total cost of pavement construction. Therefore, this paper investigated the effects of five carbon nanotubes contents of 0.05%, 0.1%, 0.15%, 0.2%, 0.25% by asphalt weight as an additive material for binder on performance characteristics of asphalt mixtures. Performance properties of CNTs modified asphalt mixtures were investigated through the Marshall stability (MS) test, indirect tensile (IDT) test, static modulus (SM) test, wheel tracking (WT) test. The results indicated that asphalt mixtures with CNT modified binder can improve both the rutting performance, IDT strength and marshall stability of tested asphalt mixtures significantly at higher percentages of carbon nanotubes. However, the issue that should be considered is the construction cost of asphalt pavement. Based on the asphalt pavement structural analysis and construction cost, it can be concluded that an optimum CNT content of 0.1% by asphalt weight may be used as additive for asphalt binder in asphalt mixtures.

scholarly journals Evaluating the Rheological, Chemical and Morphological Properties of SBS Modified Asphalt-Binder under Multiple Aging and Rejuvenation Cycles

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (19) ◽  
pp. 9242
Author(s):  
Xiaobing Chen ◽  
Yunfeng Ning ◽  
Yongming Gu ◽  
Ronglong Zhao ◽  
Jinhu Tong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Morphological Properties ◽  
Asphalt Binders ◽  
Laboratory Simulation ◽  
Fatigue Properties ◽  
Type I ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Modified Asphalt Binder ◽  
Microscopic Morphology ◽  
Sbs Modified Asphalt

To investigate the influence of multiple cycles of aging and rejuvenation on the rheological, chemical, and morphological properties of styrene–butadiene–styrene (SBS)-modified asphalt-binders, the asphalt-binders were aged using two laboratory simulation methods, namely a rolling thin film oven (RTFO) test for short-term aging and pressure aging vessel (PAV) for long-term aging. The asphalt-binders were then rejuvenated with three types of rejuvenators (Type I, II, and III) with different dosages (i.e., 6%, 10%, and 14% for the first, second, and third rejuvenation, respectively). A dynamic shear rheometer (DSR) was then used to analyze the effect of rejuvenators on the rheological properties of all the asphalt-binders. The changes in the functional groups and microscopic morphology in the process of multiple aging and rejuvenation cycles were studied using Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) and atomic force microscopy (AFM). The results indicated that the three rejuvenators could soften the stiffness and restore the microstructures of the aged asphalt-binders in the process of repeated aging and rejuvenation from DSR and AFM testing. Considering the rutting and fatigue properties, the Type I rejuvenator exhibited the potential to achieve the desired rejuvenation effects under multiple rejuvenation cycles. During the multiple aging and rejuvenation cycles, the aging resistance of SBSMA decreased gradually from the FTIR results. This inherently limited the number of repeated rejuvenation cycles. This research is conducive to promoting the application of repeated penetrating rejuvenation.

scholarly journals Assessments on the Performance of Asphalt Mixtures Prepared with Adhesion Promoters

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (3S3) ◽  
pp. 332-339
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Performance ◽  
Water Immersion ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Asphalt Mixture ◽  
Asphalt Mixtures ◽  
Adhesion Promoters ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Service Characteristics ◽  
Bonding Properties ◽  
Mechanical Performances

Asphalt pavement is typically susceptible to moisture damage. However, it could be improved with the incorporation of additives or modifiers through binder modifications. The objective of the study is to assess the effect of adhesion promoters, namely PBL and M5000, onto the Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA). The performance of asphalt mixture has been assessed in terms of the service characteristics, the bonding properties, and mechanical performances. The service characteristics were assessed through the Workability Index (WI) and Compaction Energy Index (CEI) to evaluate the ease of asphalt mixture during the mixing and compaction stage. The bonding properties of the modified asphalt mixtures were determined using the boiling water test and static water immersion test to signify the degree of coating after undergoing specific conditioning period and temperature. The mechanical performances of the modified asphalt mixture were evaluated via Marshall stability, semi-circular bending, and modified Lottman tests. All specimens were prepared by incorporating adhesion promoters at the dosage rates of 0.5% and 1.0% by weight of asphalt binder. From the investigation, the bonding properties significantly improved for the modified asphalt mixture compared to the control mixture. The WI of the modified asphalt mixture increased while the CEI decreased in comparison to the control specimen. This implies the workability of modified asphalt mixture is better and requires less energy to be compacted. Modified asphalt mixture generally had better mechanical performance. Therefore, it can be deduced that the asphalt mixture with adhesion promoters have better overall performance than the control mixture.

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