Journal Published Online: 24 August 2011
Volume 8, Issue 10

Comparison of Specifications for Recycled Concrete Aggregate for Pavement Construction

CODEN: JAIOAD

Abstract

This paper reviews existing specifications, specifically for the application of crushed concrete or recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) as pavement material for unbound subbases and basecourses. While the use of recycled crushed concrete is not new internationally, its application in Australia is unique as it is being commonly used as a granular basecourse/subbase supporting thin bituminous seals (asphalt or spray seal/chip seal). Commonality of specifications is explored and differences that exist are questioned. In light of practice outside of Australia, limitations by Australian authorities placed on recycled material inclusions other than crushed concrete are raised. In this paper, two South Australian-based RCA products, which were designed for use as pavement bases, are compared with current engineering specifications. The RCA products performed well in terms of resilient modulus and permanent deformation. However, properties such as abrasion resistance and wet/dry strength may restrict the application of the material if current specifications are justifiable.

Author Information

Gabr, A.
Univ. of South Australia, Australia
Cameron, D.
Univ. of South Australia, Australia
Andrews, R.
, Australia
Mitchell, P.
, Australia
Pages: 15
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Stock #: JAI103646
ISSN: 1546-962X
DOI: 10.1520/JAI103646