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  • Materials Science
  • Civil Engineering
  • Sustainable Construction

Background:

  • Seamless bridges require durable pavement materials for expansion joints.
  • High-elastic asphalt concrete is used but can be optimized for performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To optimize the mix proportion of high-elastic asphalt concrete using rubber particles and polyester fibers.
  • To evaluate the impact of these additives on pavement performance.

Main Methods:

  • Optimizing the asphalt-aggregate ratio with varying dosages of rubber particles and polyester fibers.
  • Assessing the effects on compressive strength, high-temperature stability, fracture performance, and deformation recovery.

Main Results:

  • Optimal asphalt-aggregate ratio determined as 1:5 for polyester fiber dosage ≤0.6% and 1:4 for >0.6%.
  • Rubber particles decreased compressive strength but improved high-temperature stability, fracture performance, and deformation recovery.
  • Polyester fibers enhanced compressive strength, high-temperature stability, fracture performance, and deformation recovery.

Conclusions:

  • Rubber particles and polyester fibers significantly enhance the performance of high-elastic asphalt concrete.
  • These additives contribute to the use of green building materials and sustainable construction practices.