Effect of Polystyrene Nanoparticles from Recycled Waste Material on the Properties of Asphalt
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https://doi.org/10.37628/ijan.v8i2.948Abstract
There is growing concern in many parts of the world over the increasing stress placed on the asphaltic material used to pave streets, highways, and runways due to higher traffic volumes and climatic and other environmental factors (e.g., heat, storms, ultraviolet radiation). Adding asphalt modifiers (e.g., polymers) on both the micro and macro scales has improved this material’s physical and rheological properties, but recent research, especially in the field of construction, is exploring the incorporation of nanotechnology to help develop safer, more long-lasting, and sustainable infrastructure. In this study, we analyzed nanoparticles as asphalt binder modifiers, assessed the rheological properties of the mixtures developed, and evaluated the morphology of the nanoparticles after aging the samples. The rheological properties of asphalt, with and without polystyrene nanoparticles, were assessed with a dynamic shear rheometer before and after aging samples by subjecting them to two tests: the rolling thin film oven (RTFO) and pressure aging vessel (PAV). The parameters of performance grade (PG), multi-stress creep recovery (MSCR), and linear amplitude sweep (LAS) of the modified mixtures all showed enhanced resistance, viscoelastic, and antifatigue properties compared to the unmodified asphalt. Nanoparticle morphology was observed under optical and confocal microscopy. Results show that adding 2% of polystyrene nanoparticles enhanced the rheological properties of asphalt. Additional benefits related to environmental sustainability and cost may also be obtainable.References
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