Enhanced asphalt dynamic modulus prediction: A detailed analysis of artificial hummingbird algorithm-optimised boosted trees
June 2024
This study introduces and evaluates a novel artificial hummingbird algorithm-optimised boosted tree (AHA-boosted) model for predicting the dynamic modulus (E∗) of hot mix asphalt concrete. Using a substantial...
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Use of bio-based products towards more sustainable road paving binders: A state-of-the-art review
June 2024
Many industrial sectors exploit fossil sources to develop useful and necessary materials for our needs, such as bituminous paving materials. Bitumen, a key component of asphalt mixtures, is derived...
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Bird’s-eye view of recycled solid wastes in road engineering
June 2024
Recent trends in road engineering have explored the potential of incorporating recycled solid wastes into infrastructures that including pavements, bridges, tunnels, and accessory structures. The utilization...
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A systematic review of rigid-flexible composite pavement
June 2024
Rigid-flexible composite pavement has gained significant popularity in recent decades. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the research progress concerning rigid-flexible composite pavement,...
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Modelling of the variation of granular base materials resilient modulus with material characteristics and humidity conditions
March 2024
This study aims to quantify the susceptibility of granular materials used in pavements to changes in moisture content and propose a correlation model to incorporate this susceptibility into seasonal...
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Progression of e-ticketing implementation for state transportation agencies for asphalt materials
March 2024
E-ticketing, which has been promoted by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) “every day counts” (EDC) initiative, utilizes software applications to digitally track and store information regarding...
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Long-term performance of recycled asphalt mixtures containing high RAP and RAS
March 2024
The application of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) and reclaimed asphalt shingles (RAS) on asphalt pavement can reduce the asphalt paving cost, conserve energy and protect the environment. However,...
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Intelligent extraction of road cracks based on vehicle laser point cloud and panoramic sequence images
March 2024
In light of the limited efficacy of conventional methods for identifying pavement cracks and the absence of comprehensive depth and location data in two-dimensional photographs, this study presents...
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Automation in road distress detection, diagnosis and treatment
March 2024
Road transportation plays a crucial role in society and daily life, as the functioning and durability of roads can significantly impact a nation's economic development. In the whole life cycle of the...
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Review on dynamic analysis of road pavements under moving vehicles and plane strain conditions
March 2024
This paper reviews works on the dynamic analysis of flexible and rigid pavements under moving vehicles on the basis of continuum-based plane strain models and linear theories. The purpose of this review...
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Experimental evaluation of asphalt mixtures with emerging additives against cracking and moisture damage
December 2023
The objective of this study was to evaluate and recommend an asphalt mixture design with emerging additive technologies that would provide superior performance against asphalt concrete (AC) stripping...
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A comprehensive review on polyurethane modified asphalt: Mechanism, characterization and prospect
December 2023
Polyurethane (PU), with excellent physical and chemical properties and high designability, is one of the ideal materials for asphalt modification in the future. In this paper, based on the limitations...
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Review of advanced road materials, structures, equipment, and detection technologies
December 2023
As a vital and integral component of transportation infrastructure, pavement has a direct and tangible impact on socio-economic sustainability. In recent years, an influx of groundbreaking and state-of-the-art...
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Low temperature cracking behavior of asphalt binders and mixtures: A review
December 2023
Low temperature cracking (LTC) distress on pavement seriously affects road life. This paper finished a literature review of the research on the mechanism of LTC of asphalt composites (asphalt composites...
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Texturing and evaluation of concrete pavement surface: A state-of-the-art review
September 2023
Concrete pavement is accompanied by two major functional properties, namely noise emission and friction, which are closely related to pavement surface texture. While several technologies have been developed...
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Predicting pavement condition index based on the utilization of machine learning techniques: A case study
September 2023
Pavement management systems (PMS) are used by transportation government agencies to promote sustainable development and to keep road pavement conditions above the minimum performance levels at a reasonable...
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The mechanisms, evaluation and estimation of anti-skid performance of snowy and icy pavement: A review
September 2023
The anti-skid performance of snowy and icy pavements is a popular research topic among road workers. Snow and ice are pollutants on a road surface. They significantly reduce the skid resistance of pavements,...
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Influence of iron powder content on the electromagnetic and mechanical performance of soft magnetic geopolymer composite
September 2023
In the induction heating of airport pavement to remove snow and ice, soft magnetic geopolymer composite (SMGC) can be used to gather the dissipated electromagnetic energy, thus enhancing the energy...
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Normalized fatigue properties of asphalt mixture at various temperatures
September 2023
This study normalized the mixture's fatigue behavior at various temperatures, and the strength and fatigue tests of the mixture were conducted. The stress state of the asphalt mixture includes direct...
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Virtual strain loading method for low temperature cohesive failure of asphalt binder
September 2023
Cohesive failure is one of the primary reasons for low-temperature cracking in asphalt pavements. Understanding the micro-level mechanism is crucial for comprehending cohesive failure behavior. However,...
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Multi-objective optimization in highway pavement maintenance and rehabilitation project selection and scheduling: A state-of-the-art review
September 2023
The motivation for cost-effective management of highway pavements is evidenced not only by the massive expenditures associated with these activities at a national level but also by the consequences...
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An investigation on failure behavior of semi-flexible composite mixture at different temperatures
June 2023
Semi-flexible composite mixture (SFCM) is a kind of pavement material formed by pouring cement-based grout material into a porous asphalt mixture with air voids from 20% to 30%. SFCM is widely used...
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Analytical study of silane-based and wax-based additives on the interfacial bonding characteristics between natural rubber modified binder and different aggregate types
June 2023
The modification of asphalt binder with natural rubber latex (NR) significantly improves the rutting and fatigue resistance of asphalt mixtures. However, NR-modified binder is prone to low workability...
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Review of emulsified asphalt modification mechanisms and performance influencing factors
June 2023
In recent years, with the improvement of the requirements of road performance, modified emulsified asphalts with better performance has gradually replaced the emulsified asphalt and become the primary...
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An investigation on the strain accumulation of the lightly EICP-cemented sands under cyclic traffic loads
June 2023
Industrial production of chemical cement leads to extreme emissions of greenhouse gases. Biological or bio-inspired sustainable materials for soil treatment projects can be employed instead of chemical...
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