scholarly journals Application of biochar from crop straw in asphalt modification

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. e0247390
Author(s):  
Xinli Gan ◽  
Wenli Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Particle Size ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Crop Straw ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Temperature Performance ◽  
Asphalt Modification ◽  
Scanning Electron

The objective of this study is to verify the feasibility of using biochar made from crop straw as a bitumen additive to improve some properties of bitumen. The differences between crop straw biochar prepared in a laboratory and commercial charcoal were investigated through scanning electron microscopy and laser particle size analyses. Furthermore, biochar-modified asphalt was prepared using the high-speed shear method, and the penetration, softening point, ductility at 15°C, and apparent viscosity of the asphalt binder with 6% biochar were measured at 120, 135, 150, 160, and 175°C. It was found that both the crop straw biochar and the commercial charcoal consist mainly of C, O, Si, and K, but the C content of crop straw biochar is slightly higher than that of commercial charcoal. The particle size of biochar is smaller than that of commercial charcoal, while the specific surface area is larger. It was determined that the addition of crop straw biochar significantly improved the high-temperature performance of asphalt, and that biochar and commercial charcoal have a similar influence on the high temperature performance of asphalt.

scholarly journals Rheological Properties of Graphene/Polyethylene Composite Modified Asphalt Binder

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (14) ◽  
pp. 3986
Author(s):  
Huan-Yun Zhou ◽  
Huai-Bing Dou ◽  
Xian-Hua Chen
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Rheological Properties ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Asphalt Binders ◽  
Creep Recovery ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Temperature Performance ◽  
Asphalt Modification ◽  
Ft Ir

Aiming to improve the comprehensive road performance of asphalt binders, especially the high-temperature performance, a novel asphalt binder was prepared by compounding high-quality and low-cost polyethylene (PE) with graphene (GNPs) using a high-speed shearing machine. The rheological properties and interaction mechanism of PE/GNPs composite modified asphalt were investigated using temperature sweep (TeS), multiple stress creep recovery (MSCR), linear amplitude sweep (LAS) and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) and field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM). The experimental results demonstrated that GNPs and PE can synergistically improve the high-temperature performance of asphalt binders and enhance the rutting resistance of pavements; the pre-blended PE/GNPs masterbatch has good medium-temperature fatigue and low-temperature cracking resistance. Meanwhile, PE/GNPs dispersed uniformly in the asphalt matrix, and the microstructure and dispersion of premixed PE/GNPs masterbatch facilitated the asphalt modification. No new absorption peaks appeared in the FT-IR spectra of the composite modified asphalt, indicating that asphalt binders were physically modified with GNPs and PE. These findings may cast light on the feasibility of polyethylene/graphene composite for asphalt modification.

scholarly journals Effect of Recycled Shell Waste as a Modifier on the High- and Low-Temperature Rheological Properties of Asphalt

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (18) ◽  
pp. 10271
Author(s):  
Yuchen Guo ◽  
Xuancang Wang ◽  
Guanyu Ji ◽  
Yi Zhang ◽  
Hao Su ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Low Temperature ◽  
Rheological Properties ◽  
Low Temperatures ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Permanent Deformation ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Asphalt Binders ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Temperature Performance

The deteriorating ecological environment and the concept of sustainable development have highlighted the importance of waste reuse. This article investigates the performance changes resulting from the incorporation of shellac into asphalt binders. Seashell powder-modified asphalt was prepared with 5%, 10%, and 15% admixture using the high-speed shear method. The microstructure of the seashell powder was observed by scanning electron microscope test (SEM); the physical-phase analysis of the seashell powder was carried out using an X-ray diffraction (XRD) test; the surface characteristics and pore structure of shellac were analyzed by the specific surface area Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) test; and Fourier infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) qualitatively analyzed the composition and changes of functional groups of seashell powder-modified asphalt. The conventional performance index of seashell powder asphalt was analyzed by penetration, softening point, and ductility (5 °C) tests; the effect of seashell powder on asphalt binder was studied using a dynamic shear rheometer (DSR) and bending beam rheometer (BBR) at high and low temperatures, respectively. The results indicate the following: seashell powder is a coarse, porous, and angular CaCO3 bio-material; seashell powder and the asphalt binder represent a stable physical mixture of modified properties; seashell powder improves the consistency, hardness, and high-temperature performance of the asphalt binder but weakens the low-temperature performance of it; seashell powder enhances the elasticity, recovery performance, and permanent deformation resistance of asphalt binders and improves high-temperature rheological properties; finally, seashell powder has a minimal effect on the crack resistance of asphalt binders at very low temperatures. In summary, the use of waste seashells for recycling as bio-modifiers for asphalt binders is a practical approach.

scholarly journals Study on adaptability of rheological index of nano-PUA-modified asphalt based on geometric parameters of parallel plate

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 1801-1811
Author(s):  
Xiaolong Sun ◽  
Yikang Zhang ◽  
Qinyuan Peng ◽  
Junshen Yuan ◽  
Zhi Cang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Parallel Plate ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Geometric Parameters ◽  
Rheological Parameters ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Parallel Plates ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Temperature Performance ◽  
Rheological Test

Abstract To clarify the influence of geometric parameters of parallel plate on rheological properties of polyurea elastomer (PUA)-modified asphalt, nano-PUA powder was prepared, and nano-PUA powder modifier was modified by using high-speed shearing apparatus. The apparent viscosity of modified asphalt was evaluated by Brookfield viscosity. The rheological parameters of PUA-modified asphalt were determined by comparing the rheological test results of temperature scanning, frequency scanning, and multiple stress creep recover test using 8 and 25 mm parallel plates. Results indicated that the higher the content of nano-PUA modifier was, the better the high-temperature performance of asphalt would be. When using the 8 mm parallel plate, the high-temperature performance of modified asphalt was worse than that of matrix asphalt, and the PUA modifier would lead to a negative effect on the rheological property of asphalt. Regarding the 25 mm parallel plate, the high-temperature performance of modified asphalt was better than that of matrix asphalt, which was contrary to the results of 8 mm parallel plate. The rheological test results using 25 mm parallel plate were consistent with the results of Brookfield viscosity, indicating that 25 mm parallel plate was more suitable for evaluating the rheological performance of PUA-modified asphalt.

High-temperature performance of gilsonite-modified asphalt binder and asphalt concrete

2016 ◽  
Vol 34 (21) ◽  
pp. 1783-1789 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aliasghar Akbari Nasrekani ◽  
Koorosh Naderi ◽  
Mostafa Nakhaei ◽  
Nader Mahmoodinia
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Asphalt Concrete ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Temperature Performance ◽  
Modified Asphalt Binder

scholarly journals Performance Evaluation of Bone Glue-Modified Asphalt

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asif Ali ◽  
Naveed Ahmad ◽  
Muhammad Adeel ◽  
Syed Bilal Ahmed Zaidi ◽  
Muhammad Sohail Jameel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Asphalt Mixture ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
Asphalt Binders ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Temperature Performance ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Bone Glue

Asphalt is one of the primary materials that are extensively used by the pavement industry throughout the world. Its behaviour is highly dependent on the amount of loading and the level of temperature it is exposed to. Asphalt has been modified in the past with different additives to improve its high- or low-temperature properties. In Pakistan, temperature remains high for most of the time of the year; hence, asphalt binders with less susceptibility to higher temperatures are preferred for flexible pavements. Acids, polymers, fibers, and extenders have been used by the researchers to improve high-temperature performance of asphalt mixture. In the present study, a bio material derived from the animal waste, named as bone glue (BG), has been used with the 60/70 penetration grade binder in dosages of 3%, 6%, 9%, and 12% by weight of asphalt binder. The bone glue is produced from a sustainable source. It is a cost-effective and eco-friendly material. Moreover, it produces a durable and nonhazardous asphalt composite. The influence of addition of bone glue on asphalt binder was evaluated using different testing techniques which include consistency tests, rheological analysis, and adhesion tests. Furthermore, different performance tests were conducted on bone glue-modified asphalt mixtures. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis were carried out to ensure the homogeneity and proper mixing of bone glue in asphalt binder. The results from the tests reveal that bone glue stiffens the asphalt binder hence enhancing its high temperature performance. Bone glue dosage of 9% by weight of the binder was found to be the optimum dosage based on the rheological and performance analysis.

scholarly journals Investigating the high-temperature performance and activation energy of carbon black-modified asphalt binder

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Ali Notani ◽  
Ali Arabzadeh ◽  
Sajjad Satvati ◽  
Mahmood Tarighati Tabesh ◽  
Navid Ghafari Hashjin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Activation Energy ◽  
High Temperature ◽  
Carbon Black ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Temperature Performance ◽  
Modified Asphalt Binder

Isocyanate-functionalised Montmorillonite as a Reactive Asphalt Modifier

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (5) ◽  
pp. 405-418 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dengke Zhang ◽  
Xinyan Xiao ◽  
Ying Cui
Keyword(s):  
High Temperature ◽  
Interlayer Space ◽  
Asphalt Binder ◽  
Decomposition Temperature ◽  
Initial Decomposition Temperature ◽  
Uv Aging ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Polar Groups ◽  
Aging Properties ◽  
Asphalt Modification

Sodium montmorillonite was functionalised by isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) and organic montmorillonite was functionalised by hydrogenated diphenylmethane diisocyanate (HMDI). Reaction between montmorillonite (MMT) and IPDI/HMDI caused the interlayer space of MMT to increase from 1.41 nm to 1.95 nm and 2.08 nm to 2.42 nm, respectively, and the resulting grafted –NCO groups led to a suitable reactive modifier. In order to improve the high-temperature performance and UV aging resistance of the asphalt binder, asphalt modification was carried out by chemical reaction between –NCO groups and some polar groups (mainly –OH) of asphalt. The results showed that the interlayer space enlarged and exfoliated structure was formed due to the introduction of functionalised MMT (IPDI-HMMT-85 or HMDI-OMMT-80) into the asphalt. The as-prepared IPDI-HMMT-85 and HMDI-OMMT-80 modified asphalts, with a maximum softening point of 57.0 °C and 62.2 °C, initial decomposition temperature of 363 °C and 374 °C, respectively, possessed good storage stability, and were superior to Na-MMT modified asphalt and OMMT modified asphalt in terms of high temperature and UV aging properties.

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