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View article: Utilizing coal bottom ash as a fine aggregate in mortar: the effectiveness of pre-treatment methods
Utilizing coal bottom ash as a fine aggregate in mortar: the effectiveness of pre-treatment methods Open
The increasing demand for sustainable construction materials has encouraged the use of industrial by-products as sand replacements in mortar. Coal bottom ash (CBA), a by-product of thermal power plants, shows potential as a fine aggregate …
View article: Impact of using recycled polystyrene foam in place of natural coarse aggregate on concrete performance
Impact of using recycled polystyrene foam in place of natural coarse aggregate on concrete performance Open
The extensive use of conventional concrete intensifies environmental degradation through high natural aggregate consumption and carbon emissions. Concurrently, polystyrene waste remains a persistent yet underutilized pollutant. This study …
View article: Determining optimal eccentric mass parameters for mitigating pitching vibrations in floating structures
Determining optimal eccentric mass parameters for mitigating pitching vibrations in floating structures Open
View article: Feasibility of EfficientDet-D3 for Accurate and Efficient Void Detection in GPR Images
Feasibility of EfficientDet-D3 for Accurate and Efficient Void Detection in GPR Images Open
The detection of voids in pavement infrastructure is essential for road safety and efficient maintenance. Traditional methods of analyzing ground-penetrating radar (GPR) data are labor-intensive and error-prone. This study presents a novel…
View article: Evaluation of the smear layer removal ability of passive ultrasonic irrigation
Evaluation of the smear layer removal ability of passive ultrasonic irrigation Open
Background: The smear layer can prevent the penetration of intracanal medicaments into dentinal tubules and influence the adaptation of filling materials to canal walls. Passive ultrasonic irrigation is one of methods to removing smear lay…
View article: Evaluating municipal incinerated bottom ash as a sand replacement in foamed mortar: Effects of air foam and silica fume modification
Evaluating municipal incinerated bottom ash as a sand replacement in foamed mortar: Effects of air foam and silica fume modification Open
This study presents an investigation into the feasibility of utilizing municipal incinerated bottom ash (MIBA) as a substitute for sand in foamed flowable mortar, with a specific focus on its applicability as flowable fill materials. Emplo…
View article: Improving Railway Track Durability: Evaluating Sand and Emulsion Effects on Cement Asphalt Mortar
Improving Railway Track Durability: Evaluating Sand and Emulsion Effects on Cement Asphalt Mortar Open
View article: Utilizing Crushed Recycled Marble Stone Powder as a Sustainable Filler in SBS-Modified Asphalt Containing Recycled Tire Rubber
Utilizing Crushed Recycled Marble Stone Powder as a Sustainable Filler in SBS-Modified Asphalt Containing Recycled Tire Rubber Open
The increasing demand for sustainable construction materials has driven the exploration of alternative fillers in asphalt production. Traditional asphalt mixtures rely heavily on natural aggregates and petroleum-based binders, contributing…
View article: Development of Sustainable Cement Asphalt Mortar Using Agricultural Waste-Derived Bio-Oil and Latex–Acrylic Polymers for Enhanced Durability
Development of Sustainable Cement Asphalt Mortar Using Agricultural Waste-Derived Bio-Oil and Latex–Acrylic Polymers for Enhanced Durability Open
Cement Asphalt Mortar (CAM) is widely applied in infrastructure, particularly in railways, bridge expansion joints, and pavements, due to its combination of cement’s load-bearing capacity and asphalt’s flexibility. Conventional CAM formula…
View article: Advanced Asphalt Mixtures for Tropical Climates Incorporating Pellet-Type Slaked Lime and Epoxy Resin
Advanced Asphalt Mixtures for Tropical Climates Incorporating Pellet-Type Slaked Lime and Epoxy Resin Open
The escalating impacts of climate change have led to significant challenges in maintaining road infrastructure, particularly in tropical climates. Abnormal weather patterns, including increased precipitation and temperature fluctuations, c…
View article: Exploring the effects of waste plastic aggregate on styrene-butadiene-styrene-modified asphalt binders for sustainable rural pavements
Exploring the effects of waste plastic aggregate on styrene-butadiene-styrene-modified asphalt binders for sustainable rural pavements Open
In addressing the imperative need for sustainable and cost-effective solutions in rural pavement development, this study navigates the intricate balance of environmental and financial constraints to ensure the resilience of infrastructure …
View article: Effect of Microwave Curing on the Performance of High-volume Fly Ash Concrete
Effect of Microwave Curing on the Performance of High-volume Fly Ash Concrete Open
Concrete curing significantly impacts mechanical properties and durability, yet traditional methods face efficiency challenges. Microwave curing (MC) offers a promising alternative, providing rapid and uniform concrete curing. However, ful…
View article: Unraveling the optimal strategies for asphalt pavement longevity through preventive maintenance: A case study in South Korea
Unraveling the optimal strategies for asphalt pavement longevity through preventive maintenance: A case study in South Korea Open
This study provides a comprehensive evaluation of three pavement surface treatments—Re-Ascon, Micro-surfacing, and Fog-seal—aimed at enhancing the longevity of asphalt concrete pavement. Utilizing visual inspection, bearing capacity measur…
View article: Feasibility of Advanced Reflective Cracking Prediction and Detection for Pavement Management Systems Using Machine Learning and Image Detection
Feasibility of Advanced Reflective Cracking Prediction and Detection for Pavement Management Systems Using Machine Learning and Image Detection Open
This research manuscript presents a comprehensive investigation into the prediction and detection of reflective cracking in pavement infrastructure through a combination of machine learning approaches and advanced image detection technique…
View article: Advancing Sustainability and Performance with Crushed Bottom Ash as Filler in Polymer-Modified Asphalt Concrete Mixtures
Advancing Sustainability and Performance with Crushed Bottom Ash as Filler in Polymer-Modified Asphalt Concrete Mixtures Open
Amid the growing demand for sustainable pavement solutions and the need to incorporate recycled materials into construction practices, this study explored the viability of using crushed thermal power plant bottom ash as a filler in polymer…
View article: Conceptual design and economic feasibility analysis of an eco-friendly pavement cutter equipped with scattered dust reduction function
Conceptual design and economic feasibility analysis of an eco-friendly pavement cutter equipped with scattered dust reduction function Open
This study presents a sustainable and innovative approach to green construction through the development of automatic pavement cutters. By comparing the performance of wet-type cutters with the newly developed automatic cutters, this resear…
View article: Mobilizing railway track stability with nonionic cement asphalt mortar for floating sleeper mitigation – 2D/3D numerical investigation and full-scale testing verification
Mobilizing railway track stability with nonionic cement asphalt mortar for floating sleeper mitigation – 2D/3D numerical investigation and full-scale testing verification Open
This study addresses the mitigation of the floating sleeper phenomenon in ballasted railway tracks through the implementation of Nonionic Cement Asphalt Mortar (CAM). Full-scale testing experiments evaluate track performance with and witho…
View article: Sustainable Asphalt Mixtures with Enhanced Water Resistance for Flood-Prone Regions Using Recycled LDPE and Carnauba–Soybean Oil Additive
Sustainable Asphalt Mixtures with Enhanced Water Resistance for Flood-Prone Regions Using Recycled LDPE and Carnauba–Soybean Oil Additive Open
This manuscript presents a comprehensive study on the sustainable optimization of asphalt mixtures tailored for regions prone to flooding. The research addresses the challenges associated with water damage to asphalt pavements by incorpora…
View article: Optimizing Rural Pavements with SBS-Modified Asphalt Binders and Petroleum Resin
Optimizing Rural Pavements with SBS-Modified Asphalt Binders and Petroleum Resin Open
This study addresses the imperative for enhancing asphalt mixtures tailored for rural pavements, focusing on optimizing RAP mixtures with styrene–butadiene–styrene (SBS)-modified asphalt binders incorporating petroleum resin and oil. Throu…
View article: Assessing the Viability of Waste Plastic Aggregate in Stone-Modified Asphalt Concrete Mix for Bus Rapid Transit Pavement Maintenance
Assessing the Viability of Waste Plastic Aggregate in Stone-Modified Asphalt Concrete Mix for Bus Rapid Transit Pavement Maintenance Open
This research takes on a scientific problem originating from the pervasive deterioration observed in the pavements of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems, which presents formidable challenges to their durability and imposes significant financi…
View article: Evaluation of eco-friendly asphalt mixtures incorporating waste plastic aggregates and additives: Magnesium, fly ash, and steel slag
Evaluation of eco-friendly asphalt mixtures incorporating waste plastic aggregates and additives: Magnesium, fly ash, and steel slag Open
This research explores the applicability of waste plastic aggregate (WPA) in the development of environmentally friendly asphalt mixtures, contributing to resource conservation, waste recycling, and the prevention of environmental issues a…
View article: Enhancing Railway Track Stabilization with Epoxy Resin and Crumb Rubber Powder-Modified Cement Asphalt Mortar
Enhancing Railway Track Stabilization with Epoxy Resin and Crumb Rubber Powder-Modified Cement Asphalt Mortar Open
This research investigates the quantitative impact of incorporating epoxy resin and crumb rubber powder (CRP) into cement asphalt mortar (CAM) for railway track stabilization. The study reveals significant improvements in various key param…
View article: Optimizing Cement Asphalt Mortar Mixtures for Bridge Expansion Joints in Tropical Climates: Performance and Durability Assessment
Optimizing Cement Asphalt Mortar Mixtures for Bridge Expansion Joints in Tropical Climates: Performance and Durability Assessment Open
In this study, the suitability of various Cement Asphalt Mortar (CAM) mixtures for bridge expansion joint applications in tropical climates was quantitatively assessed. A comprehensive analysis encompassed key properties, including mixing …
View article: Development of Plug Joint with Polymer-Modified Rubber Asphalt as Filling Material
Development of Plug Joint with Polymer-Modified Rubber Asphalt as Filling Material Open
Rising traffic volume, heavy loads, and construction activities have raised concerns about expansion joint device damage. This study focuses on developing an innovative expansion joint using polymer-modified rubber asphalt as the filling m…
View article: Influence of performance-graded binders on enhancing asphalt mixture performance with epoxy resin and crumb rubber powder
Influence of performance-graded binders on enhancing asphalt mixture performance with epoxy resin and crumb rubber powder Open
The evaluation of asphalt mixture fatigue performance holds increasing significance in the context of asphalt concrete pavement and various polymer modifiers. This study focuses on assessing the fatigue and reflection crack performance of …
View article: Investigation on the impact of curing conditions on the behavior of controlled low-strength material as basement of rural roads in the Mekong Delta
Investigation on the impact of curing conditions on the behavior of controlled low-strength material as basement of rural roads in the Mekong Delta Open
This study investigates the performance of controlled low-strength material (CLSM) in the challenging Mekong Delta climate, which experiences rapid weather fluctuations, acid rain erosion, uneven mixture gradation, and subpar aggregate qua…
View article: Enhancing railway track stiffness and sustainability through flowable dredged soil backfill
Enhancing railway track stiffness and sustainability through flowable dredged soil backfill Open
This study investigates flowable dredged soil backfill using air-foam technology and simulates a bridge approach structure under high-speed train loads. A comparison between conventional cement-treated soil (CTB) and innovative flowable dr…
View article: Evaluation of low-noise-drainage pavements with varied aggregate sizes: A case study in South Korea
Evaluation of low-noise-drainage pavements with varied aggregate sizes: A case study in South Korea Open
This research addresses the need for quieter and safer road environments by evaluating low-noise-drainage pavements with varying coarse aggregate sizes. Thorough physical property tests were conducted on pavements with aggregate sizes of 8…
View article: Feasibility of Carnauba Wax Rejuvenators for Asphalt Concrete with Vacuum Tower Bottom Binder
Feasibility of Carnauba Wax Rejuvenators for Asphalt Concrete with Vacuum Tower Bottom Binder Open
This study addresses the need for effective rejuvenators in asphalt concrete mixtures containing Vacuum Tower Bottom (VB) binder, a by-product of petroleum refining. We investigated the use of a softening rejuvenator, comprising Carnauba (…
View article: Feasibility of Sustainable Asphalt Concrete Materials Utilizing Waste Plastic Aggregate, Epoxy Resin, and Magnesium-Based Additive
Feasibility of Sustainable Asphalt Concrete Materials Utilizing Waste Plastic Aggregate, Epoxy Resin, and Magnesium-Based Additive Open
This research addresses the urgent need for sustainable and durable asphalt mixtures by quantitatively investigating the effects of incorporating waste plastic aggregate (WPA) and magnesium-based additives. This study explores WPA content …