Pre-and post-cracking behavior of asphalt mixtures under modes I and III at low and intermediate temperatures

E Tabasi, M Zarei, Z Mobasheri, A Naseri… - Theoretical and Applied …, 2023 - Elsevier
The pre-and post-cracking resistance of asphalt mixtures depends on factors such as the
coherence of the soft asphalt matrix (SAM) section, which should be considered. The SAM …

Low and intermediate temperatures fracture behavior of amorphous poly alpha olefin (APAO)-modified hot mix asphalt subjected to constant and variable …

S Fatemi, M Zarei, SA Ziaee, R Shad… - … and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
Low-temperature cracks (LTC) and intermediate-temperature cracks (ITC) are two important
types of cracks in asphalt mixtures that cause damage to pavements and incur high …

Study on the cracking behavior of asphalt mixture by discrete element modeling with real aggregate morphology

L Gao, Y Zhang, Y Liu, Z Wang, X Ji - Construction and Building Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
This research aimed to investigate the crack resistance of asphalt mixtures via laboratory
tests and discrete element modelling. For the construction of virtual cracking model, the …

I-II mixed fracture characterization of hot mix asphalt under tensile test using notched semi-circular specimens

W Song, Y Fan, H Wu, L Zhou - Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, 2024 - Elsevier
I-II mixed mode fracture is a common fracture pattern of asphalt pavement under the coupled
tension and shearing loads. To address the roles of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) and …

Three-dimensional Meso-scale virtual strength test of steel slag porous asphalt mixture based on PFC3D

X Chen, Z Liu, B Wan, B Yao, Q Dong - Journal of Cleaner Production, 2023 - Elsevier
In recent years, steel slag has gained widespread utilization in pavement construction as a
green, low-carbon building material. In this study steel slag aggregate (SSA) was used as a …

Research on the propagation mechanisms and meso-mechanical responses of reflective cracking on the asphalt overlays on concrete airfield pavement by Fiber …

Y Liu, J Xie, D Wei, K Li, J Xu - Measurement, 2024 - Elsevier
This study evaluated the propagation mechanisms and dynamic meso-mechanical
responses of reflective cracking on the asphalt overlays on concrete airfield pavement …

Study on fracture performance and failure mechanism of hydraulic basalt fiber asphalt concrete by considering temperature effect

A Long, X Sun, G Zhang, Z Yu, B Zhang… - Theoretical and Applied …, 2023 - Elsevier
An asphalt concrete anti-seepage core wall may be faced with the risk of cracking due to
problems like uneven settlement of the foundation during the service period. Considering …

Impact of Rejuvenator-Modified Mastic on Asphalt Mixture Stiffness: Meso-Scale Discrete Element Method Approach

G Câmara, NM Azevedo, R Micaelo - Buildings, 2023 - mdpi.com
Encapsulated rejuvenators embedded in asphalt mixtures are a promising technology to
extend the service life of asphalt pavements. However, their effects on the asphalt mixture's …

Research on Fracture Behavior of Fiber–Asphalt Mixtures Using Digital Image Correlation Technology

B Li, Y Zhou, A Kang, K Lou, Q Gu - Materials, 2023 - mdpi.com
Many researchers use fiber to improve the cracking resistance of asphalt mixtures, but
research concerning the effects of fiber on fracture behavior is limited. The fracture behavior …

Enhancing low-temperature crack resistance: A method for establishing meso-models and evaluating steel fiber-reinforced hot recycled asphalt mixtures

T Nian, M Wang, J Ge, R Guo, P Li, J Song - Construction and Building …, 2024 - Elsevier
In recent years, there has been a growing trend in utilizing fibers to improve the crack
resistance of asphalt mixtures. However, the examination of steel fiber's impact on the crack …