Construction Materials, Volume 5, Issue 1

The use of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) in asphalt mixtures has increased due to its economic and environmental benefits. However, RAP integration can negatively impact the durability and performance of asphalt binders, particularly at low temper...

The usage of geopolymer-based materials (GPBMs) in concrete structures has been broadly promoted by the current construction sector. GPBMs have an outstanding influence on enhancing concrete mechanical properties. Geopolymers (GPs) also have a potent...

Foamed concrete, a lightweight material with excellent thermal insulation and low density, is increasingly popular in construction. This study uses the discrete element method (DEM) to simulate the compressive behavior of foamed concrete, analyzing t...

Plastic Concrete is a low-strength ($f_{cm,28\mathrm{d}}$ ≤ 1.0 MPa), low-stiffness impervious concrete used for cut-off walls in earthen dams worldwide. These properties are achieved through a very high w/c ratio (w/c ≥ 3.0) and water-binding additions (e.g...

This study investigates the influence of ballast and sub-ballast thicknesses on the structural behavior of a heavy-haul railway platform by using finite element modeling with SysTrain software (v. 1.84) A parametric analysis was conducted to assess h...

Cement is widely used as an efficient binding agent in concrete; however, the production of cement is the second-largest source of carbon emissions. Therefore, there is an urgent need to explore alternative materials with similar properties. CoRncret...

Biomass offers a renewable pathway for sustainable infrastructure, particularly in bio-oil production from biomass through processes such as fast pyrolysis to be used as an alternative to asphalt binders. This review explores biomass sources, product...

The management of construction and demolition waste is a critical concern for sustainable urban development and environmental conservation. In this review, the authors provides an overview of the involvement of machine learning techniques like the su...

This paper examines the improvement in the performance characteristics and the rheological properties of modified bitumen through the addition of the thermoplastic polymer polyvinyl acetate (PVA). PVA is a synthetic polymer derived from the polymeriz...

This research study aims to enhance the understanding of corrosion behaviour in lapped spliced joints within reinforced concrete structures. Specifically, the effect of corrosion on bond degradation and crack formation is investigated. Accelerated co...

In this study, we present a novel methodology for reducing uncertainties in detecting high-permeability regions in bricks by integrating brick imagery, color theory, unsupervised learning, and petrophysical concepts. Leveraging smartphone technology,...

Rigid road pavements and industrial floors are not only subjected to moving traffic loads, but can also be exposed to environmental influences such as acid attack. The strength and corrosion resistance of fiber-reinforced concrete with steel fibers (...

Alkali-activated materials are promising alternatives to cement. This study investigated the effects of the silica content, particle size, and replacement ratio of rice husk ash (RHA) on the compressive strength and the optimization of these paramete...

Thermal insulation is a reliable strategy for achieving optimal thermal comfort in built environments and is among the most effective energy-saving measures. Currently, environmentally friendly insulation materials produced from plant and animal fibe...

Rapid repair materials (RRMs) have been used in concrete overlay systems to rehabilitate infrastructure for many years. The bond performance between RRMs and a concrete substrate is crucial for maintaining the desired performance and can deteriorate...

A new scheme for forming partially regular microreliefs by rotational rolling is proposed. A new transcendental curve-shaped, partially regular microrelief (of a trochoid type) is discussed; the shape and geometric parameters of its grooves are subst...

The inadequate resistance of traditional asphalt binders to aging, temperature fluctuations, and fatigue cracking underlines the necessity for innovative modifications to boost pavement durability. This study aims to state the inadequate exploration...