Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering: Recent submissions
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Synergistic Effects of RHA, UFA, and GGBS on Physical, Rheological, Mechanical Properties of Alkali-Activated Grouting Material
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractAlkali-activated grouting material is a promising grouting material. This study developed a solid waste alkali-activated grouting material using rice husk ash (RHA), ultrafine fly ash (UFA) and ground granulated ... -
Rheological and Fresh-State Characterization for 3D-Printable Concrete: Evaluating Printability across Different Binder Systems
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis study establishes rheological criteria to achieve optimal printability for concrete mixes incorporating various binder systems. The mixtures were evaluated based on critical design parameters for three-dimensional ... -
Mechanical Performance and Microstructure of Silica Powder–Calcium Binder Systems Fabricated by Binder Jetting 3D Printing
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis study investigates the feasibility of using a silica powder–calcium-based binder material system for binder jetting (BJ) 3D printing of rocklike materials. After particle size grading, silica powder was mixed ... -
Feasibility of Using California-Based Almond Shells for Alkali Activation of Slag: Physicochemical Properties and Hydration Behavior of Almond Ash Binders
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis study investigated the feasibility of using almond shell ash, a byproduct of California’s almond industry, as an alternative alkali source in alkali-activated binders (AABs) based on ground-granulated blast ... -
Development of a Novel Ester-Functionalized PCE and Assessment of Its Impact on Rheology of Cement Paste
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis study examines how varying ester group content in polycarboxylate superplasticizers (PCEs) affects the workability and adaptability of cement paste to external factors. PCE, a high-performance concrete admixture, ... -
Properties of Thermosetting Polyurethane/Nano-TiO2 Composite-Modified Asphalt and Its Mixtures
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis study prepared a composite-modified asphalt to address the challenges of asphalt pavement aging and cracking caused by elevated temperatures and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The composite includes thermosetting ... -
Diatomite as a Pozzolana Alternative for Soil Stabilization: Investigating Effects in Natural and Lime-Amended Conditions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractLime is one of the most researched additives for soil stabilization. Due to their high silica (SiO2) content, pozzolans have also attracted significant attention from researchers in this field. Diatomite, a pozzolan ... -
Design of Functional Chip Seal on Asphalt Pavement with Recycled Steel Slag as Aggregate
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractSteel slag has witnessed extensive utilization in numerous aspects, and recycling steel slag as aggregate in pavement is the primary way to eliminate it in large quantities. This study developed the heat healing ... -
Alteration of the Pore Structure of Cement Pastes under Extreme Pressures
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractUnderstanding the behavior of cementitious material under extreme loading is vital for the dynamic design of structures. In such conditions, deformations are confined, and compression is accompanied by pore closure ... -
Experimental Study of Cyclic Loading and Unloading Creep of Hydraulic Concrete: A Statistical Perspective
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractConcrete is a complex composite material. Even if hydraulic concrete is creep-tested under uniform test conditions, the magnitude relationship between the tensile and compressive creep properties of concrete is ... -
Freeze–Thaw Durability of a High-Plasticity Clay Treated with Polymeric Binder and Waste Fibrous Materials
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractHigh-plasticity soils are highly susceptible to degradation given freeze-thaw (F-T) cycles, particularly in cold climates. Stabilizing these soils with sustainable polymeric binders and reinforcing them with fibrous ... -
Study of Mechanical Properties and Constitutive Relationship of ES-UHPC under Uniaxial Tension
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractEarly-strength ultrahigh performance concrete (ES-UHPC) is used widely in road repair, as well as in emergency rescue and disaster relief operations. Previous studies focused primarily on the mechanical properties ... -
Effect of Heat, Oxygen, and UV Light Coupled Aging on Chemical Properties of Bitumen
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe properties of bitumen can deteriorate under environmental aging. In this study, heat-, oxygen-, and ultraviolet (UV) light–induced aging of bitumen was carried out using an environmental coupled aging simulator. ... -
Virgin Asphalt–Aged Asphalt Interface Diffusion Behavior: Molecular Dynamics Simulation and GPC Test Validation
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractReclaimed asphalt pavements (RAP) with reutilizing aged binders is very topical given their economic benefits. In particular, hot central-plant recycled technology is commonly used nowadays. In the hot recycled ... -
Effect of Microwave Preactivated Base Asphalt on Rubber Powder Modification
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe extra chemical effects of microwave heating cause cracking and degradation of heavy components in the basic asphalt at lower temperatures, resulting in changes in the asphalt’s composition and chemical structure. ... -
Synergistic Effects of Manufactured and Recycled Steel Fibers in Paving Concrete Mixtures
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe cracking issues in concrete pavements caused by shrinkage, vehicular loading, and other factors can be mitigated by using steel fibers. However, the high cost and environmental impact of manufactured steel ... -
Hydrated Lime Treatment of Recycled Concrete Aggregate for Use in Hot Mix Asphalt Production
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe reuse of recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) in hot mix asphalt (HMA) is an environmentally friendly and economically affordable procedure. However, the quality of RCA is generally lower than the virgin aggregate ... -
Tribological Insights into the Production Temperatures of Polymer-Modified Binders Containing Warm-Mix Additives
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractTribology—the study of friction, lubrication, and wear—offers a novel framework for evaluating warm-mix asphalt (WMA) technologies, especially for polymer-modified binders (PMBs), where conventional viscosity-based ... -
Physicochemical Properties Evaluation of Asphalt-Coated Aggregates and Its Influence on Cement Hydration
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe detrimental effect of asphalt-coated (reclaimed asphalt pavement or RAP) aggregates on the mechanical strength of portland cement concrete is well documented; however, the aggregates influence on the cement ... -
Water Stability and Low-Temperature Performance of Polyolefin-Modified Recycled Asphalt Mixtures
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe performance of asphalt mixtures containing high dosages of recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) still presents challenges under wet and low-temperature conditions, particularly in terms of water stability and ...