Abstract: Highfriction surface treatment (HFST) has been widely utilized by state departments of transportation (DOTs) to reduce friction related vehicle crashes. However, although many studies have been conducted to enhance the ...

Abstract: Cellulose fiber is commonly used to improve the properties of asphalt pavement. However, its production process is complex and costly, consumes valuable forest resources, and pollutes the environment. Cotton straw is a ...

Abstract: This paper presents the research approach and the test data, analysis results, and findings from a study that comprehensively investigated the possible effects of existing pavement, especially chip seal and its surface ...

Abstract: The constructed cost of conventional noise walls is about $2 million per linear mile. In many areas, the cost-effectiveness criteria of $25,000 per benefited receiver are exceeded so that these areas are not eligible for ...

Abstract: Sulfate-induced deterioration can reduce the service life of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC). To demonstrate the transport behavior of sulfate ions in RAC, a two-dimensional, six-phase numerical model of RAC is proposed ...

Abstract: This article presents a study evaluating the adhesion properties between asphalt and calcined bauxite. Limestone and granite were also compared with calcined bauxite. For this purpose, asphalt bond strength, surface free ...

Abstract: This paper studies the effect of fly ash on rheological properties of magnesium oxychloride cement (MOC) paste. Six different dosages of fly ash (0%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, and 35% by weight of MgO) samples are prepared to ...