EXPLORING THE STRENGTH PROPERTIES OF CONCRETE MADE WITH RECLAIMED ASPHALT PAVEMENT AGGREGATES
Abstract
ABSTRACT
The increasing demand for sustainable construction materials has led to the exploration of alternative aggregates in concrete production. Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) Aggregates, derived from recycled asphalt pavement, offer a promising solution. This study investigates the strength properties of concrete made with RAP aggregates, comparing them to that made with the virgin aggregates. The research focuses on the sieve analysis, specific gravity, XRF, morphology and compressive strength of RAP concrete examining the defects of varying RAP replacement ratios.
The results show that RAP concrete exhibits comparable strength properties to traditional concrete with optimal performance achieved at a 30% replacement. The findings suggest that RAP aggregates can be a viable substitute for virgin aggregates in concrete production, contributing to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly construction industry.
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