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This study developed composite-modified particles (CMP) using SBS/recycled LDPE/EVA for asphalt modification. The optimal 8% CMP dosage significantly improved asphalt performance, enhancing road durability and fatigue life.

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  • Civil Engineering
  • Polymer Science

Background:

  • Asphalt modification is crucial for enhancing pavement performance.
  • Recycled plastics offer a sustainable approach to material enhancement.
  • Developing effective composite modifiers is key to improving asphalt durability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To prepare and evaluate SBS/recycled LDPE/EVA composite-modified particles (CMP) for asphalt modification using a dry-process method.
  • To determine the optimal dosage and composition of the CMP for asphalt mixtures.
  • To investigate the impact of CMP on the rheological, microstructural, and road performance of asphalt.

Main Methods:

  • Dry-process preparation of SBS/recycled LDPE/EVA composite-modified particles (CMP).
  • Conventional performance tests (e.g., penetration tests) to determine optimal CMP dosage.
  • Rheological and microstructural analysis of modified asphalt.
  • Evaluation of the road performance of asphalt mixtures containing CMP.

Main Results:

  • Optimal CMP dosage determined to be 8% by mass of asphalt.
  • CMP forms a uniform elastic network, enhancing high- and low-temperature performance, fatigue life, thermal stability, and deformation resistance.
  • Significant improvements observed: 284.4% increase in dynamic stability and 60.1% extension in fatigue life.
  • Optimal SBS/LDPE/EVA ratio identified as 1:1:1.

Conclusions:

  • The dry-process prepared CMP significantly enhances asphalt performance through physical blending.
  • The "skeleton-asphalt-particle" multiphase structure is key to the improved road performance.
  • The SBS/recycled LDPE/EVA composite modification technology shows considerable practical engineering potential for sustainable pavement construction.