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Determination of the Friction Coefficients of Icy Pavements Under Different Amounts of Snowfall
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Study on Road Performance and Ice-Breaking Effect of Rubber Polyurethane Gel Mixture
Yuanzhao Chen1,2,3,4, Zhenxia Li1,2,3,4, Tengteng Guo1,2,3,4
1School of Civil Engineering and Transportation, North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power, Zhengzhou 450045, China.
Gels (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 25, 2025
Summary
This study developed an eco-friendly pavement material using optimized rubber particles for efficient snow melting and ice breaking. The new material enhances road safety and durability in winter conditions.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Science
Background:
- Pavement temperature diseases and inefficient ice-breaking methods pose safety risks.
- Waste tires present disposal challenges, while rubber particles have low utilization and durability.
- There is a need for sustainable, high-performance pavement materials for winter conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an efficient, low-carbon, and environmentally friendly pavement material for active snow melting and ice breaking.
- To optimize rubber particle treatment for improved properties.
- To evaluate the road performance and de-icing capabilities of the novel material.
Main Methods:
- Rubber particles were treated with NaOH, NaClO, and KH550 to enhance hydrophilic properties and surface morphology.
- Optimized rubber particles replaced natural aggregates in a polyurethane gel mixture.
- Indoor tests were conducted to analyze road performance and ice-breaking effects.
Main Results:
- KH550 treatment significantly improved rubber particle surface energy and removed impurities.
- Incorporating rubber particles (0-15%) increased dynamic stability (up to 23.5%) and fatigue life (up to 4.3 times).
- The novel pavement material demonstrated superior friction coefficients and effective ice-breaking capabilities.
Conclusions:
- Optimized rubber particles enhance pavement performance and durability.
- The developed pavement material offers an effective, sustainable solution for winter road safety.
- Further research is needed to address limitations with thicker ice layers.
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