American Journal of Civil Engineering

Volume 12, Issue 3, June 2024

  • Research Article

    Surface-Modified Nanoclays for Enhancing Resistance to Moisture Damage in Hot Mix Asphalt

    Ashraf Rahim*, Amro El Badawy, Travis Cox

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 3, June 2024
    Pages: 76-85
    Received: 27 February 2024
    Accepted: 25 March 2024
    Published: 17 May 2024
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    Abstract: Previous research indicated that nanomaterials have potential in improving pavement properties, particularly moisture resistance. This study evaluated the effectiveness of nanoclays in enhancing the resistance of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) to moisture damage and compared its performance to standard modifiers. Asphalt binder modified using four additives... Show More
  • Research Article

    Pavement Service Life Prediction with PLAXIS 3D in Bangladesh

    Muhammad Akhtar Hossain, Shahriar Ahammed Shakil*, Hritu Raj Barua, Kazi Shahed Ahmed Shoeb

    Issue: Volume 12, Issue 3, June 2024
    Pages: 86-94
    Received: 14 May 2024
    Accepted: 6 June 2024
    Published: 2 July 2024
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    Abstract: This research aims to forecast the service life of the flexible pavement in Bangladesh. The service life of flexible pavement is greatly affected by the climate and traffic load. Pavements are severely deteriorated by the overweight trucks, shortening their lifespan. The study aims to predict the service life of a flexible road using the PLAXIS 3D ... Show More