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Laboratory and Field Performance Evaluation of NMAS 9.5, 8.0, and 5.6 mm SMA Mixtures for Sustainable Pavement

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study evaluates the laboratory and field performance of stone mastic asphalt (SMA) mixtures with nominal maximum aggregate sizes (NMAS) of 9.5, 8.0, and 5.6 mm. Aggregates and fine aggregates of these sizes were produced using an impact crusher and a polyurethane screen. Mix designs for SMA overlays on aged concrete pavement were developed. Laboratory tests assessed rutting performance using full-scale accelerated pavement testing (APT) equipment and reflective cracking resistance using an asphalt mixture performance tester (AMPT). Field evaluations included noise reduction using CPX equipment, skid resistance using SN equipment, and bond strength using field cores. Results showed that for 8.0 mm SMA mixtures to achieve the same rutting performance as 9.5 mm SMA, PG76-22 grade binder was required, whereas 5.6 mm SMA required PG82-22. The 8.0 and 5.6 mm SMA mixtures showed 22.2% and 25% reduced crack progression, respectively, compared with the 9.5 mm SMA mixtures. Field evaluations indicated that 8.0 mm and 5.6 mm SMA pavements reduced tire–pavement noise by 1.7 and 0.8 dB, increased skid resistance by 8.5% and 2.0%, and enhanced shear bond strength by 150%, compared with 9.5 mm SMA. Overall, the 8.0 mm SMA mixture on aged concrete pavement demonstrated superior durability and functionality toward sustainable pavement systems.

Source: Sustainability

DOI: 10.3390/su16177840

Authors: Cheolmin Baek, Ohsun Kwon, Jongsub Lee

Institutions: Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology, Korea Expressway Corporation (South Korea)

Language: English

Topic: Asphalt Pavement Performance Evaluation

Subfield: Civil and Structural Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,728