Groundnut Shell Ash Stabilized Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement, as Pavement Material

2013 ◽  
Vol 824 ◽  
pp. 3-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph E. Edeh ◽  
Manasseh Joel ◽  
James Mzuaor Aburabul
Keyword(s):  
Coarse Aggregate ◽  
Construction Material ◽  
Flexible Pavements ◽  
Laboratory Evaluation ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Reclaimed Asphalt ◽  
Groundnut Shell ◽  
Groundnut Shell Ash ◽  
Pavement Material

Large volume of reclaimed asphalt pavements (RAP) aggregates are generated during pavement rehabilitation and reconstruction and disposed along road alignment while large quantities of groundnut shell ash (GSA) are generated from the combustion of groundnut shell and also disposed in large quantities on production sites. This paper presents results of the laboratory evaluation of the characteristics of GSA stabilized RAP with a view to determining its suitability for use as highway pavement material in flexible pavements construction. The RAP-GSA mixtures were subjected to British standard light (BSL) (standard Proctor) compactive effort to determine the compaction characteristics and California bearing ratio (CBR). Test results show that the properties of RAP improved with GSA treatment. The particle grading improved from 99.13% coarse aggregate and 0.87% fines, with AASHTO classification of A-1-b for 100% RAP and 9.08% coarse aggregate and 90.92% fines, with AASHTO classification of A-4 for 100% GSA to 15.6691.72% coarse aggregate and 8.2884.32% fines, with AASHTO classification in the range A-4 (silty soil) to A-1-a [granular material, for the various RAP-GSA mixes. Maximum dry density (MDD) decreased while the optimum moisture content (OMC) increased with higher GSA content in the RAP + GSA mixes. Optimum CBR values of 22.2% (unsoaked) and 18.3% (soaked) were recorded for 80% RAP + 20% GSA and 90% RAP + 10% GSA mixes, respectively. This optimum mixes satisfied durability requirement with insignificant water absorption and can be used as subgrade material in flexible pavements. This research provides the results to the evaluation of GSA stabilized RAP as highway construction material, as it is based on CBR determination. Further work may be encouraged to assess resilient modulus of this material under cyclic load.

Effect of Compactive Efforts on the Strength Properties of Groundnut Shell Ash Stabilized Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement

2013 ◽  
Vol 824 ◽  
pp. 12-20
Author(s):  
Joseph E. Edeh ◽  
Adrian O. Eberemu ◽  
James Mzuaor Aburabul
Keyword(s):  
Water Absorption ◽  
Coarse Aggregate ◽  
Strength Properties ◽  
Laboratory Evaluation ◽  
British Standard ◽  
Reclaimed Asphalt ◽  
Compactive Effort ◽  
Groundnut Shell ◽  
Groundnut Shell Ash

Large quantities of groundnut shell ash (GSA) are generated from the combustion of groundnut shell, disposed in large quantities on production sites while large volume of reclaimed asphalt pavements (RAP) aggregates are also generated during pavement rehabilitation and reconstruction and disposed along road alignments. This paper presents results of the laboratory evaluation of the effect of compactive efforts on the strength properties of GSA stabilized RAP with a view to determining its suitability as highway pavement material in pavement constructions. The RAP-GSA mixtures were subjected to Reduced British Standard light, RBSL (reduced Proctor); British Standard light, BSL (standard Proctor); West African Standard, WAS and British Standard heavy, BSH (modified Proctor) compactive efforts to determine the compaction characteristics, California bearing ratio (CBR), durability and water absorption characteristics. Test results show that the properties of RAP improved with GSA treatment. The particle grading improved from 99.13 % coarse aggregate and 0.87 % fines, with AASHTO classification of A-1-b for 100 % RAP, and 9.08 % coarse aggregate and 90.92 % fines, with AASHTO classification of A-4 for 100 % GSA to 15.6691.72 % coarse aggregate and 8.2884.32 % fines, with AASHTO classification in the range A-4 (silty soil) to A-1-a (granular materials), for the various RAP-GSA mixes. Maximum dry density (MDD) decreased while the optimum moisture content (OMC) increased with higher GSA content in the RAP + GSA mixes and with decreased compactive effort from BSH to RBSL. Optimum CBR values of 35.1% (unsoaked) and 44.1% (soaked) recorded for 90% RAP + 10% GSA mix achieved with BSH compactive effort, satisfied the durability requirements with insignificant expansion and water absorption and can be used as subbase material in flexible pavements construction. This research provides the results of evaluation of the effect of compactive efforts on the strength properties of GSA stabilized RAP as highway construction material, as it is based on CBR determination. Further work may be encouraged to assess resilient modulus of this material under cyclic load.

scholarly journals Utilization of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement Material in Wet Mix Macadam (W.M.M)

2021 ◽  
Vol 2089 (1) ◽  
pp. 012060
Author(s):  
Ajaykumar Sejvani ◽  
A.A. Amin ◽  
L.B. Zala
Keyword(s):  
Asphalt Pavement ◽  
Construction Material ◽  
Economic Benefits ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement ◽  
Maximum Dry Density ◽  
Reclaimed Asphalt ◽  
Pavement Materials ◽  
Proctor Test ◽  
Pavement Material

Abstract Reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) is one of the innovative and effective technologies in many places in the world. The utilization of RAP is rapidly increasing popularity and becoming an emerging technique in India. As per IRC-120:2015, removing or reprocessing pavement materials containing aggregates that are bitumen coated is termed as RAP. These materials are gained through a process in which the existing surface pavement is reclaimed and reused after processing for reconstruction, resurfacing, or repaving. Well graded and high-quality aggregate are achieved from this process. Proper utilization of RAP with specified properties and specified percentages, not only serve as an alternative useful pavement material but also helps in reducing the usage of natural construction material, that will directly reduce the overall cost of projects. By conducting tests as per MoRTH specifications (5th Revision), the various characteristics of RAP material and fresh aggregates are observed. The main objective of the study is to carry out the performance tests: Modified Proctor test on fresh material as well as on material mixed with reclaimed asphalt pavement i.e. 10%, 20%, and 30% of total mix and to achieve optimum moisture content and maximum dry density by using Modified Proctor Test. Attempts are carried out to design a new pavement using Indian Road Congress (I.R.C-37:2018) guidelines and utilization of RAP material. Economic benefits are calculated in terms of fresh and RAP (10%, 20%, and 30%) mix material pavement.

scholarly journals Experimental Study of Improving the Properties of Lime-Stabilized Structural Lateritic Soil for Highway Structural Works using Groundnut Shell Ash

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Olugbenga AMU ◽  
Oluwaseun ADETAYO ◽  
Feyidamilola FALUYI ◽  
Emmanuel AKINYELE
Keyword(s):  
Soil Samples ◽  
Engineering Properties ◽  
Lateritic Soil ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Maximum Dry Density ◽  
Atterberg Limit ◽  
Compaction Test ◽  
Three Samples ◽  
Groundnut Shell ◽  
Groundnut Shell Ash

This research considered the viability of groundnut shell ash (GSA) on lime-stabilized lateritic soil for highway structural works. Three samples of lateritic soil, named samples A, B, and C, were gathered from Idita-Mokuro, NTA-Mokuro, and ETF burrow pits, respectively, in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. Preliminary tests were completed on the samples in their natural states and when stabilized with optimum lime. Engineering properties were performed while 2, 4, and 6 % GSA contents were added to the soil samples at optimum lime. The Atterberg limit tests showed a significant reduction in the plasticity index for samples A and C when stabilized with lime. Compaction test showed a decrease in the maximum dry density from 1,685 to 1,590 kg/m3 for sample A, 1,599 to 1,512 kg/m3 for sample B, and 1,396 to 1,270 kg/m3 for sample C on stabilizing with lime; the introduction of GSA to stabilized lime soil diminished the maximum dry density for all the soil samples, with sample A reduced to 1,435 and 1,385 kg/m3 at 2 and 4 GSA contents, respectively. The addition of GSA improved the engineering properties of lime-stabilized soils as the unsoaked CBR esteems expanded for all soil samples. At an optimum lime dosage, the addition of 2 % GSA expanded the triaxial shear strength from 60.43 to 188.36 kN/m2 for sample A and, at 4 % GSA content, both soil samples B and C increased from 19.19 to 201.48 kN/m2 and 30.62 to 111.65 kN/m2, respectively. Conclusively, GSA improved the toughness and strength of lime-stabilized lateritic soil for highway structural works.

Effect of Groundnut Shell Ash on Laterite Soils Stabilized with Lime for Civil Structures

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Oluwaseun A. Adetayo ◽  
◽  
Olugbenga O. Amu ◽  
Feyidamilola Faluyi ◽  
Emmanuel Akinyele ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shear Strength ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Local Government Area ◽  
Engineering Properties ◽  
Lateritic Soil ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Maximum Dry Density ◽  
Civil Structures ◽  
Groundnut Shell ◽  
Groundnut Shell Ash

This study considered the practicality of groundnut shell ash (GSA) on laterite stabilized with lime for civil structures. Three site locations of lateritic soil named specimen I, II and III were assembled from Ifewara, Atakunmosa West Local Government Area, Ilesa East Local Government Area, and Ilesa West Local Government, all situated in Osun State, Nigeria. Preliminary tests were wrapped up on the soil specimens in their characteristic states and when stabilized with optimum lime. Compaction, California Bearing Ratio (CBR) and undrained triaxial shear strength tests were performed when fluctuating paces of 2 %, 4 %, 6 %, and 8 % of GSA were included to the soil specimens at optimum lime. The Atterberg limits tests showed a critical decrease in plasticity index for all the soil specimens when stabilized with lime. Compaction test showed a lessening in the maximum dry density from 1732 kg/m3 to 1651 kg/m3 for specimen I, 1874 kg/m3 to 1621 kg/m3 for specimen II and 1683 kg/m3 to 1655 kg/m3 for specimen III on stabilizing with lime, presentation of GSA to stabilized lime-soil decreases the maximum dry density for all the soil specimen with specimen I diminished to 1642 kg/m3, 1595 kg/m3, 1611 kg/m3 and 1611 kg/m3 at 2 %, 4 %, 6 % and 8 % GSA substances individually. Addition of GSA substances enhanced the engineering properties of laterite stabilized with lime as the unsoaked CBR values expanded for all the soil specimens. At optimum lime measurements, addition of 4 % GSA expanded the shear strength to 110.74 kN/m2 and 127.53 kN/m2 for specimens I and II individually while at 6 % GSA addition, the shear strength of specimen III was peak 118.24 kN/m2. The expansion in shear strength further affirms the improvement prior shown in the geotechnical properties of lateritic soil with the addition of groundnut shell ash. addition of 2 % GSA content extended the triaxial shear strength from 60.43kN/m2 to 188.36kN/m2 for specimen I, and at 4% GSA content, both soil specimens II and III expanded from 19.19kN/m2 to 201.48kN/m2 and 30.62kN/m2 to 111.65kN/m2 separately. Conclusively, GSA improved the durability and strength of lateritic soils stabilized with lime for civil structures.

scholarly journals An Investigation on Compressive Strength of Concrete Blended With Groundnut Shell Ash

Neutron ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Wahab Abro ◽  
Aneel Kumar ◽  
Manthar Ali Keerio ◽  
Zubair Hussain Shaikh ◽  
Naraindas Bheel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Construction Material ◽  
Partial Replacement ◽  
Cement Replacement ◽  
Compressive Strength Of Concrete ◽  
Groundnut Shell ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Co2 ◽  
Strength And Durability ◽  
Groundnut Shell Ash

Concrete is frequently utilized infra-structural construction material all over the world. Cement is the main part of the concrete, during its manufacturing emission of gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2) from cement factories create greenhouse effect. In these days various natural pozzolanic materials are used as partial replacement of cement to enhance strength and durability and to reduction in consumption of cement consequently reduction in carbon dioxide (CO2) emission. The aim of this research is to investigate the effect of groundnut shell ash as a cement replacement material on workability and compressive strength of concrete. One mix of ordinary concrete and five mixes of modified concrete were prepared, where cement is replaced by groundnut shell ash from 3% to 15% by weight of cement, with 3% increment with 1:2:4 binding ratio mixed with 0.5 water/cement ratio. The workability and compressive strength of concrete was investigated. The obtained outcomes demonstrated that, groundnut shell ash as a cement replacement material have significant effect on compressive strength of concrete.

scholarly journals Effect of Recycled Coarse Aggregate and Bagasse Ash on Two-Stage Concrete

Crystals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 556
Author(s):  
Muhammad Faisal Javed ◽  
Afaq Ahmad Durrani ◽  
Sardar Kashif Ur Rehman ◽  
Fahid Aslam ◽  
Hisham Alabduljabbar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Coarse Aggregate ◽  
Construction Material ◽  
Strength Reduction ◽  
Recycled Aggregate ◽  
Two Stage ◽  
Conventional Concrete ◽  
Recycled Coarse Aggregate ◽  
Coarse Aggregates

Numerous research studies have been conducted to improve the weak properties of recycled aggregate as a construction material over the last few decades. In two-stage concrete (TSC), coarse aggregates are placed in formwork, and then grout is injected with high pressure to fill up the voids between the coarse aggregates. In this experimental research, TSC was made with 100% recycled coarse aggregate (RCA). Ten percent and twenty percent bagasse ash was used as a fractional substitution of cement along with the RCA. Conventional concrete with 100% natural coarse aggregate (NCA) and 100% RCA was made to determine compressive strength only. Compressive strength reduction in the TSC was 14.36% when 100% RCA was used. Tensile strength in the TSC decreased when 100% RCA was used. The increase in compressive strength was 8.47% when 20% bagasse ash was used compared to the TSC mix that had 100% RCA. The compressive strength of the TSC at 250 °C was also determined to find the reduction in strength at high temperature. Moreover, the compressive and tensile strength of the TSC that had RCA was improved by the addition of bagasse ash.

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