Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Maintenance and Rehabilitation of Pavements—Mairepav9
Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Maintenance and Rehabilitation of Pavements—Mairepav9

Author: Christiane Raab

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-06-19

Total Pages: 955

ISBN-13: 3030486796

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This book gathers the proceedings of an international conference held at Empa (Swiss Federal Laboratories for materials Science and Technology) in Dübendorf, Switzerland, in July 2020. The conference series was established by the International Society of Maintenance and Rehabilitation of Transport Infrastructure (iSMARTi) for promoting and discussing state-of-the-art design, maintenance, rehabilitation and management of pavements. The inaugural conference was held at Mackenzie Presbyterian University in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in 2000. The series has steadily grown over the past 20 years, with installments hosted in various countries all over the world. The respective contributions share the latest insights from research and practice in the maintenance and rehabilitation of pavements, and discuss advanced materials, technologies and solutions for achieving an even more sustainable and environmentally friendly infrastructure.

Proceedings of the 5th International Symposium on Asphalt Pavements & Environment (APE)
Proceedings of the 5th International Symposium on Asphalt Pavements & Environment (APE)

Author: Marco Pasetto

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2019-08-29

Total Pages: 507

ISBN-13: 3030297799

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This volume highlights the latest advances, innovations, and applications in the field of asphalt pavement technology, as presented by leading international researchers and engineers at the 5th International Symposium on Asphalt Pavements & Environment (ISAP 2019 APE Symposium), held in Padua, Italy on September 11-13, 2019. It covers a diverse range of topics concerning materials and technologies for asphalt pavements, designed for sustainability and environmental compatibility: sustainable pavement materials, marginal materials for asphalt pavements, pavement structures, testing methods and performance, maintenance and management methods, urban heat island mitigation, energy harvesting, and Life Cycle Assessment. The contributions, which were selected by means of a rigorous international peer-review process, present a wealth of exciting ideas that will open novel research directions and foster multidisciplinary collaboration among different specialists.

Advanced Topics in Mechanics of Materials, Structures and Construction
Advanced Topics in Mechanics of Materials, Structures and Construction

Author: Erasmo Carrera

Publisher: Materials Research Forum LLC

Published: 2023-09-01

Total Pages: 833

ISBN-13: 1644902583

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The book presents 81 papers referring to the properties and applications of technologically important materials. Topics covered include material characterization, environmental impact, probabilistic assessment, failure analysis, vibration analysis, AI-based predictions, conceptual models, thermo-mechanical properties, numerical models, design and simulation, industrial performance and failure analysis. Keywords: Laminated Sandwich Shell, Polymer Nanocomposite, Cellular Glass Foam, Porous Spherical Shells, Cracks Between Dissimilar Materials, Soil Stabilization, Dynamic Strain Aging, Composite Plates, Recycled Concrete Aggregates, Preparation & Characterization of Nanoparticles, Auxetic Materials, Biomechanical Model, Cellular Lightweight Concrete, Thermoplastic Materials, Powder Metal Gears, Fibre Reinforced Concrete, Adhesively Bonded Composites, Solar PV Power, Kirigami Folded Structures, Steel Fibres, Solar Panels, Electric Discharge Machining, Energy Harvesting, Energy Conversion, Glass/Epoxy Pipe, Manufacturing Strategy, Additive Manufacturing, Fibre-Reinforced Aluminum, Telescopic Paraboloidal Solar Concentrator, Energy Storage, Machining Waste Fibers, Numerical Simulation, Foam Concrete, Heat Exchangers, Nanofluids, Spherical Cavity Explosion, Cross-Ply Structure, Reinforced Concrete Walls, Artificial Intelligence, l-shaped Metamaterials, Sand-Bentonite Liners, Layered Composite Arches, Stitched Sandwich Structures, Semilinear Hyperelastic Solids, Filament Fabrication, Polyethylene Bottles, Spherical Shells, Steel Boiler Tub, Mortars, 3D Printing, Electromagnetic Forming.

Uses of Recycled Rubber Tires in Highways
Uses of Recycled Rubber Tires in Highways

Author: Jon A. Epps

Publisher: Transportation Research Board

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 9780309053235

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This synthesis on the use of recycled rubber tires in highways will be of interest to administrators and policy-makers; pavement, materials, geotechnical, environmental, and traffic operations engineers; and research engineers involved with highway design and construction issues. Information is provided on the uses of rubber tires in asphalt paving materials as well as other uses, such as on fills and embankments, for erosion control and on railroad grade crossings. Specifically, information is included which identifies the agencies using or implementing applications for recycled rubber tires and defines the design parameters, technical and construction limitations, performance, costs, benefits, environmental limitations, specifications, and availability. This synthesis of information defines the use of recycled rubber tires in highways and is based on a review of nearly 500 references and on information recorded from state highway agency responses to a 1991 survey of practice. Updates are included for as much of the state practice information possible through 1993. The use of scrap tires for highway applications is dynamic with regard to policy and technical issues. Therefore, the reader should keep in mind that the information presented reflects the best available data at a particular time. The synthesis also identifies current research in the topic area, critical research needs, and legislative issues that affect application and use of recycled rubber tires.

Bio-Based Polymers for Engineered Green Materials
Bio-Based Polymers for Engineered Green Materials

Author: Gianluca Tondi

Publisher: MDPI

Published: 2020-05-20

Total Pages: 568

ISBN-13: 303928925X

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With daily signals, Nature is communicating us that its unconscious wicked exploitation is no more sustainable. Our socio-economic system focuses on production increasing without considering the consequences. We are intoxicating ourselves on a daily bases just to allow the system to perpetuate itself. The time to switch into more natural solutions is come and the scientific community is ready to offer more natural product with comparable performance then the market products we are used to deal with. This book collects a broad set of scientific examples in which research groups from all over the world, aim to replace fossil fuel-based solutions with biomass derived materials. In here, some of the most innovative developments in the field of bio-materials are reported considering topics which goes from biomass valorization to the synthesis of high preforming bio-based materials.

Tire Waste and Recycling
Tire Waste and Recycling

Author: Trevor Letcher

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2021-03-25

Total Pages: 652

ISBN-13: 0128206861

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Tire Waste and Recycling takes a methodical approach to the recycling of tires, providing a detailed understanding on how to manage, process, and turn waste tires into valuable materials and industrial applications. Sections cover fundamental aspects such as tire use, composition, trends, legislation, the current global situation, the possibilities for moving towards a circular economy, lifecycle options, treatment methods, and opportunities for re-use, recycling and recovery. Subsequent sections of the book focus on specific technologies that enable the utilization of waste tires in the development of high value materials and advanced applications. Finally, the future of tire recycling is considered. This is an essential resource for scientists, R&D professionals, engineers and manufacturers working in the tire, rubber, waste, recycling, automotive and aerospace industries. In academia, the book will be of interest to researchers and advanced scientists across rubber science, polymer science, materials engineering, environmental science, chemistry and chemical engineering. - Offers systematic coverage of tire recycling, covering composition, lifecycle, processing options, material developments and latest technologies - Explains end-of-life-options in detail, considering approaches and methods for reduction, re-use, recycling and recovery - Explores key application and product areas for recycled tire materials, from civil engineering, sports and leisure, to roads and transport, construction, automotive, and many more

An Introduction to Recycled Tire Rubber for Pavements for Professional Engineers
An Introduction to Recycled Tire Rubber for Pavements for Professional Engineers

Author: J. Paul Guyer

Publisher: Guyer Partners

Published: 2023-01-28

Total Pages: 57

ISBN-13:

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Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, highway engineers and construction managers interested in use of recycled tire rubber in asphalt concrete pavement for streets and highways. Here is what is discussed: 1. BACKGROUND, 2. SPECIFICATIONS AND TESTING OF GTR-MODIFIED ASPHALT BINDERS, 3. ASPHALT MIXTURE CONSIDERATIONS, 4. DISCUSSION., 5. SUMMARY, 6. REFERENCES, 7. GLOSSARY OF TERMS.

Advances in Asphalt Materials
Advances in Asphalt Materials

Author: Shin-Che Huang

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2015-04-08

Total Pages: 493

ISBN-13: 0081002718

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The urgent need for infrastructure rehabilitation and maintenance has led to a rise in the levels of research into bituminous materials. Breakthroughs in sustainable and environmentally friendly bituminous materials are certain to have a significant impact on national economies and energy sustainability. This book will provide a comprehensive review on recent advances in research and technological developments in bituminous materials. Opening with an introductory chapter on asphalt materials and a section on the perspective of bituminous binder specifications, Part One covers the physiochemical characterisation and analysis of asphalt materials. Part Two reviews the range of distress (damage) mechanisms in asphalt materials, with chapters covering cracking, deformation, fatigue cracking and healing of asphalt mixtures, as well as moisture damage and the multiscale oxidative aging modelling approach for asphalt concrete. The final section of this book investigates alternative asphalt materials. Chapters within this section review such aspects as alternative binders for asphalt pavements such as bio binders and RAP, paving with asphalt emulsions and aggregate grading optimization. - Provides an insight into advances and techniques for bituminous materials - Comprehensively reviews the physicochemical characteristics of bituminous materials - Investigate asphalt materials on the nano-scale, including how RAP/RAS materials can be recycled and how asphalt materials can self-heal and rejuvenator selection

Plastics in Medical Devices for Cardiovascular Applications
Plastics in Medical Devices for Cardiovascular Applications

Author: Ajay Padsalgikar

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2017-02-01

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 0323371221

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Plastics in Medical Devices for Cardiovascular Applications enables designers of new cardiovascular medical devices to make decisions about the kind of plastics that can go into the manufacture of their device by explaining the property requirements of various applications in this area, including artificial valves, lead insulation, balloons, vascular grafts, and more. - Enables designers to improve device performance and remain compliant with regulations by selecting the best material for each application - Presents a range of applications, including artificial valves, stents, and vascular grafts - Explains which materials can be used for each application, and why each is appropriate, thus assisting in the design of better tools and processes

Research and Application of Hot In-Place Recycling Technology for Asphalt Pavement
Research and Application of Hot In-Place Recycling Technology for Asphalt Pavement

Author: Banting W.P. Sze

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2020-11-12

Total Pages: 457

ISBN-13: 0128224371

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Research and Application of Hot In-Place Recycling Technology for Asphalt Pavement is the first comprehensive book on the topic that presents over two decades of theoretical and practical experience gained in China. The book gives comprehensive coverage of HIPR, including pavement evaluation, distress analysis, mix design, processes and equipment selection, implementation and acceptance criteria. In eight chapters, this book covers HIPR from theoretical and practical viewpoints, and provides detailed case-studies based on real-world experience. This book includes everything engineers need to apply HIPR to improve sustainability and reduce disruption during the maintenance and repair of asphalt. - Presents, for the first time in English, decades of experience and research on Hot in-Place Recycling Technology (HIPR) for asphalt pavements - Considers all aspects of HIPR, giving engineers all they need to use the technique for road maintenance and repair - Details how HIPR drastically improves the sustainability of asphalt and reduces disruption to traffic during repair and maintenance work - Includes detailed case studies from thirty years of HIPR in China, giving context and practical know-how