Rheology of Binders and Asphalt Mixtures
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Science and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 February 2025) | Viewed by 1330
Special Issue Editor
Interests: pavement structures; pavement design and analysis; performance; modeling
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
I am pleased to announce this Special Issue on "Rheology of Binders and Asphalt Mixtures" in the journal Applied Sciences. The rheological properties of binders and asphalt mixtures are crucial for understanding their performance, durability, and suitability in various climatic and loading conditions. This Special Issue aims to highlight recent advancements and innovative research in the rheology of binders and asphalt mixtures, providing a comprehensive platform for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to share their findings, methodologies, and insights. By focusing on the rheological behavior, this Special Issue seeks to enhance the knowledge base and inform the development of better-performing and longer-lasting asphalt pavements.
The relevant topics for this Special Issue aims are as follows:
- Rheological characterization: advanced techniques for characterizing the rheological properties of asphalt binders and mixtures.
- Additives and modifiers: effects of various additives and modifiers on the rheological properties and performance of asphalt materials.
- Aging and durability: investigation of the aging processes and their impact on the rheological properties and durability of asphalt binders and mixtures.
- Recycling and sustainability: rheological performance of recycled materials and sustainable practices in asphalt production.
- Field performance correlations: linking rheological properties with field performance and pavement life.
Dr. Joao Victor Staub De Melo
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- rheology
- asphalt binders
- asphalt mixtures
- viscoelastic properties
- temperature effects
- aging effects
- modified binders
- pavement performance
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