FIBER-REINFORCED HOT MIX PROMISES IMPROVED STABILITY

Adding 5 to 10 lb. of silk-like polyester fibers per ton of mix may prove to be a practical method of improving asphalt's stability. The findings of laboratory research at Clemson University, and field experiment on two experimental projects in South Carolina are summarized in this article. Clemson's research investigated the effects of homogeneously dispersed polyester fibers on the tensile strength of asphaltic concrete surface courses. The first experimental project used 300 tons of polyester-fiber-reinforced hot mix blended in a batch plant. The second experimental project used more than 300 tons of polyester-fiber-reinforced hot mix blended in a drum mixer.

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    Cahners Publishing Company

    275 Washington Street
    Newton, MA  United States  02158-1630
  • Authors:
    • Munn, W D
  • Publication Date: 1989-9

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  • Features: Photos;
  • Pagination: p. 54-56
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  • Accession Number: 00488558
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Files: TRIS
  • Created Date: Oct 31 1989 12:00AM