Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering: Recent submissions
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Evaluating the Suitability of Nanoclay-Modified Asphalt Binders from 10°C to 70°C
(ASCE, 12/1/2020 )This study presents the results of laboratory experiments and analyses carried out to evaluate the rheological performance of nanoclay (NC) modified asphalt binders from 10°C to 70°C. A viscosity graded binder, VG-30, was ... -
Investigation of Chemical, Microstructural, and Rheological Perspective of Asphalt Binder Modified with Graphene Oxide
(ASCE, 11/1/2020 )Graphene oxide (GO) is a nanomaterial that is characterized by a two-dimensional, atomically thin, honey-combed lattice. Studies over the years have indicated potential applications of GO for improving performance ... -
Shrinkage Characteristics of Alkali-Activated High-Volume Fly-Ash Pastes Incorporating Silica Fume
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )The alkali-activation of high-volume fly ash (HVFA) produces a low-carbon sustainable cementitious binder with remarkable strength and chemical durability at room temperature. In this work, the influence of activator type ... -
Fiber-Reinforced Cement-Stabilized Macadam with Various Polyvinyl Alcohol Fiber Contents and Lengths
(ASCE, 11/1/2020 )Cement-stabilized macadam is an important highway construction material. To fully understand the reinforcing and toughening functions of fibers in cement-stabilized macadam, the influence of the concentration and length ... -
Size Effect on Static Splitting Tensile Strength of Concrete: Experimental and Numerical Studies
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )Although there are numerous experimental studies of the size effect on nominal splitting tensile strength of concrete materials being performed, research on effect of specific material parameters involving maximum aggregate ... -
Role of Limestone Powder in Early-Age Cement Paste Considering Fineness Effects
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )This paper investigates the influence of limestone powder (LS) fineness on the early-age properties of portland cement paste. Blended pastes with LS were prepared based on volumetric ratio and their fresh properties, ... -
Effect of Ferrous Alloy Type, Beetroot Juice, Deicer Type and Concentration on Early-Stage Corrosion Behavior of Buried Pipes
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )In this laboratory study, the corrosion behavior of ASTM A1008 CS Type B carbon steel (C1008), ASTM A48 Class 35 gray cast iron (GCCL35), and ASTM A536 65-45-12 ductile cast iron [Ductile(65-45-12)] was examined in a ... -
Bonding Properties of Different Kinds of FRP Bars and Steel Bars with All-Coral Aggregate Seawater Concrete
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )All-coral aggregate seawater concrete and fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) can overcome the shortcomings of conventional steel and concrete. This paper evaluates the bonding performance of different kinds of FRP bars and ... -
Performance Evaluation of Lime Mortars with Metakaolin and CMC for Restoration Application
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )The degradation of ancient buildings has attracted much attention, and plane lime mortar cannot meet the requirements of utilization in special environmental loads or buildings. In order to improve the hydraulic properties ... -
Effect of Salinity on Rheological Behavior of Cement-Treated Dredged Clays as Fills
(ASCE, 9/1/2020 1)The rheological behavior of dredged clays at various pore water salinities treated with portland cement was investigated for beneficial use in structural fill applications. The focus was on evaluating the effect of salinity ... -
Unrestrained and Restrained Shrinkage Behavior of Sustainable Lightweight Concrete Using Air Foam and Bottom Ash Aggregates
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )The objective of this study is to propose reliable models to assess the unrestrained and restrained shrinkage strains of lightweight concrete prepared using bottom ash aggregates and air foam (LWC-BF), on the basis of the ... -
Accelerated Laboratory Assessment of Discrete Sacrificial Anodes for Rehabilitation of Salt-Contaminated Reinforced Concrete
(ASCE, 11/1/2020 )For patch repairs of chloride contaminated RC structures, the use of discrete sacrificial anodes (DSAs) is indispensable. Without DSAs embedded, due to the ring effect, the failure of the RC around the patch area is ... -
Evaluating Recycling Efficiency of Plant-Asphalt Mixtures Containing RAP/RAS
(ASCE, 11/1/2020 )With the continuing increase in the use of recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) and recycled asphalt shingle (RAS) for highway construction, there is a concern over how much of the aged asphalt binder inside RAP/RAS can be ... -
Flexural and Tensile Strength of Ultra-High-Performance Concrete with ZnPh-Treated Steel Fibers
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )This study demonstrates the use of novel zinc phosphate (ZnPh)-treated steel fibers in ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), replacing the commonly used steel fibers. The effects of ZnPh-treated steel fibers on tensile ... -
Fatigue and Fracture Properties of Asphalt Mixes Containing Low Content of Crumb-Rubber Modifier
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )The California Department of Transportation has proposed to add a low amount of crumb-rubber modifier into dense-graded asphalt mixes, in addition to current policies of using gap- and open-graded mixes with a high content ... -
Low-Carbon CO2-Activated Self-Pulverizing Cement for Sustainable Concrete Construction
(ASCE, 8/1/2020 1)In order for the concrete industry to become more efficient and sustainable, there is an urgent need to reduce emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) from cement manufacture. The innovative scheme described here for the linked ... -
Corrosion Characteristics of Steel Bars Embedded in Recycled Concrete Beams under Static Loads
(ASCE, 9/1/2020 1)To investigate the corrosion characteristics of steel bars embedded in recycled concrete beams under static loads, 12 recycled concrete beams were designed for electrochemical corrosion test taking into consideration a ... -
Nonlinear Features of the Bond-Slip Ascending Branch
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )The bond between a deformed rebar and concrete is determined in pullout tests, using cylindrical concrete specimens with centrally embedded rebars, having a predetermined number of bonded ribs. In these experiments, the ... -
Use of Atomic Force Microscopy for Evaluation of the Adhesion Mechanism of Bituminous Binder Modified with Nano Hydrated Lime
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )The durability of flexible pavements is affected by the presence of moisture, which leads to failure of bitumen-aggregate bonds. The failure of the bond has been explained by various mechanisms. The use of hydrated lime ... -
Impact of Additives on Low-Temperature Cracking Properties of Soft Binders Used in Cold Regions
(ASCE, 10/1/2020 )Low-temperature cracking is the main distress in asphalt pavement in cold regions (such as the arctic and subarctic regions) as the climate in these areas is severe in winter. While soft asphalt binders (such as PG 52-34 ...