Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering: Recent submissions
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Development of a Novel Theoretical Formulation for Determining the Three-Dimensional Linear Viscoelastic and Permanent Deformation Behavior in Low-Strain Regime of Asphalt Mixtures from Creep-Recovery Test Data
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis work presents a novel theoretical formulation for simultaneously determining the axial and transverse creep compliances, Poisson ratio function, and permanent deformation strains of asphaltic materials in ... -
Sustainable Postconflict Reconstruction in Sudan Using Recycled Concrete Aggregates: Challenges and Practical Framework
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe reconstruction of war-affected regions like Sudan faces acute challenges due to material shortages, environmental hazards, and economic constraints. This study explores the use of recycled concrete aggregate ... -
Mechanical Properties Enhancement and Mechanism of Eco-friendly Concrete Utilized by Full Aeolian Sand through a Robust Organic-Inorganic Network
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe overexploitation of natural sands has become a pressing issue that must be addressed urgently. Aeolian sand (AS) has drawn great attention as a promising alternative material. However, their concentrated ... -
Mechanical Properties and Reaction Mechanisms of One-Part Alkali-Activated Materials Based on Coal-Based Synthetic Natural Gas Slag
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractAlkali-activated materials (AAMs) have the potential to reduce carbon dioxide emissions in the cement industry. However, the complex preparation process for activator solutions and high production costs hinder their ... -
Assessment of Waste Printed Circuit Board Nonmetallic Powder in SBS-Modified Asphalt: Mechanisms and Economic Benefits
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe rapid growth of electronic devices has led to significant environmental challenges and resource recovery pressure for discarded printed circuit boards (PCBs). This study reused waste printed circuit board ... -
Comparative Evaluation of Microwave and Oven Heating on Silicon Carbide Asphalt Mastics: Insights into Rheological Behavior, Thermal Stability, and Aging Resistance
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractTo promote sustainable asphalt pavement maintenance, this study explores the use of silicon carbide (SiC) powder as a microwave-absorbing filler to partially or fully replace traditional mineral powder in asphalt ... -
An Approach to Maximize the Frictional Performance of Asphalt Mixtures by Integrating a Low Percentage of High-Friction-Resistance Aggregates
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractSkid resistance is crucial for the safety of road users; however, it has received little consideration during the asphalt mixture design stage. This study focuses on improving the frictional performance of asphalt ... -
Influence of Alkaline Activators and Simulated Seawater on the Carbonation Performance of Industrial Solid Waste–Based Persulfate Cement
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractSupersulfated cement (SSC) prepared from industrial solid wastes such as steel slag (SS), granulated blast furnace slag (GBFS), and phosphogypsum (PG) are promising sustainable building materials, but their resistance ... -
Strength and Deformation Behavior of Bottom Ash–Crumb Rubber Mixtures for Lightweight Embankments with Geocell Confinement
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe construction of embankments on soft ground often results in excessive total and differential settlements. To address these challenges, it is essential to reduce the self-weight of the embankment by utilizing ... -
Mechanistic Understanding of Creep in Basalt Fiber-Reinforced Alkali-Activated Slag Concrete: Quantitative Assessment of Stress–Strength Ratio and Fiber Length Effects
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractCreep is a critical property affecting the behavior of alkali-activated materials (AAM). AAM exhibit significant creep, hindering their applicability in prestressed structures. Fiber addition to concrete is known ... -
Finite-Element Modeling Framework for Mechanical Response of 3D-Printed Concrete: Elucidating Directional, Interface, and Fiber Effects
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe mechanical behavior of three-dimensional (3D)-printed concrete is a complex interplay of the concrete’s intrinsic properties (rheology and mechanics), and printing parameters (speed and layer dimensions), and ... -
Optimizing the Use of PCE-Based Grinding Aids: The Critical Role of pH on Early-Age Cement Hydration Kinetics
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractPolycarboxylate ether (PCE) water-reducing admixtures have emerged as promising solutions to optimize clinker grinding and properties. The increased adsorption ability of PCE and creation of narrow particles, despite ... -
Necessity of Directional Cross-Linking of SBS in Asphalt Using Sulfur
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractFor highway maintenance projects, styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS) modified asphalt (SBSMA) often requires long-term high-temperature storage (typically 10–15 days at temperatures exceeding 150°C), which imposes ... -
Shear Mechanical Behavior of Virgin and Aged Asphalt-Aggregate Interfaces
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis study investigated the shear strength and failure mechanism of the asphalt-aggregate interface with both virgin and aged asphalt based on reclaimed asphalt mixtures. Test devices and methodology were developed ... -
Assessing the Acid Resistance of Alkali-Activated Slag Concrete Containing Microsilica
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThis study investigates the impact of partially replacing binder with microsilica on the long-term durability of one-part alkali-activated slag concretes (AASCs) under extreme acidic conditions, focusing on sulfuric ... -
Mechanical Performance of Geopolymer Mortar Incorporating Fly Ash Based Sand as an Alternate Construction Material
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe construction industry for a long time looking a substitute for fine aggregates (i.e., sand) because of ever depleting river sand deposits and implementing stringent sand mining regulations. Development of ... -
Yield Surface of a Cement-Based Stabilized Soil Reinforced with Fibers under Cyclic Loading
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractThe scientific community does not have sufficient knowledge about the effect of cyclic loading on the behavior of unreinforced and fiber-reinforced stabilized soils, which is essential to calibrate and validate ... -
Isocyanate-Functionalized Layered Double Hydroxides for Simultaneous Enhancements of Asphalt Storage Stability and Low Temperature Performance
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractLayered double hydroxides (LDHs) can significantly improve the aging resistance of asphalt, but the poor storage stability and low temperature performance of LDHs modified asphalt (LDHs-MA) restrict its large-scale ... -
Characterization of Synthetic Foaming Agent with Additives for Lightweight Aggregate Foam Concrete Applications
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractLightweight aggregate foam concrete (LAFC) is an improved version of conventional foam concrete (CFC). However, its structural application remains underexplored due to challenges in foam stability and mix design. ... -
Investigation into the Preparation, Carbonation Evolution Mechanism, and Rebound Strength of High-Volume Ultrafine Mineral Admixture Concrete
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)AbstractAdmixture ultrarefinement is an effective strategy to address the challenges of low gelling activity and slow early strength development in high-volume admixture concrete. To further enhance the low-carbon properties ...