Journal Published Online: 25 March 2010
Volume 38, Issue 4

Evaluation of Fiber-Reinforced Asphalt Mixtures Using Advanced Material Characterization Tests

CODEN: JTEVAB

Abstract

The objective of this study was to evaluate the material properties of a conventional (control) and fiber-reinforced asphalt mixtures using advanced material characterization tests. The laboratory experimental program included triaxial shear strength, dynamic (complex) modulus, repeated load permanent deformation, fatigue, crack propagation, and indirect tensile strength tests. The data was used to compare the performance of the fiber-modified mixture to the control. The results showed that the fibers improved the mixture’s performance in several unique ways against the anticipated major pavement distresses: Permanent deformation, fatigue cracking, and thermal cracking.

Author Information

Kaloush, Kamil
Dept. of Civil, Environmental and Sustainable Engineering, Arizona State Univ., Tempe, AZ
Biligiri, Krishna
Dept. of Civil, Environmental and Sustainable Engineering, Arizona State Univ., Tempe, AZ
Zeiada, Waleed
Dept. of Civil, Environmental and Sustainable Engineering, Arizona State Univ., Tempe, AZ
Rodezno, Maria
Dept. of Civil, Environmental and Sustainable Engineering, Arizona State Univ., Tempe, AZ
Reed, Jordan
Dept. of Civil, Environmental and Sustainable Engineering, Arizona State Univ., Tempe, AZ
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Stock #: JTE102442
ISSN: 0090-3973
DOI: 10.1520/JTE102442