FFW1348: Investigation of fatigue life by four point bending test of recycled asphalt pavements


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Korzay B., Aksoy A., Tekin M. E.

The 11th International Conference on Fracture Fatigue and Wear (FFW 2023), Ghent, Belgium, 29 - 31 August 2023, pp.1-16

  • Publication Type: Conference Paper / Full Text
  • City: Ghent
  • Country: Belgium
  • Page Numbers: pp.1-16
  • Karadeniz Technical University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

The performance of added 50% reclaimed asphalt (RAP) mixtures was investigated by four-point bending fatigue tests (FPBT). Mixtures with 50% RAP were modified with SBS polymer, diatomite (D) and hydrated lime (HL). Ten specimens were produced and fatigue of specimens was evaluated with FPBT. Some samples give the fatigue breaking cycle compatible with each other. In some samples, the number of cycles is much higher than the average breaking load. Some samples may deteriorate in a short time before the end of test. Although the briquettes are mixed homogeneously for longer mixing times and produced with great care, inconsistent results can be obtained. If water damage is applied to briquettes due to the presence of HL, more compatible results can be obtained. The use of SBS-HL and rejuvenating oil at high RAP ratios will provide more compatible results. As a result of 50% stiffness reduction, the difference in the remaining stiffness values is usually 2-3 times, while there are huge differences between the cycle numbers that cause this. In terms of sustainable and long-term performance, the homogeneity of the pavement composition appears to be essential, having a much more pronounced effect than the number of loadings.