Utilization Of Waste Polyethylene Materials  In Bituminous Concrete Mix For Improved  Performance Of Flexible Pavements

Imtiyaz Khan; Dr. P. J. Gundaliya

Volume : I, Issue : XII, September - 2012

Utilization Of Waste Polyethylene Materials In Bituminous Concrete Mix For Improved Performance Of Flexible Pavements

Imtiyaz Khan, Dr. P. J. Gundaliya

Abstract :

Over the past two decades traffic volume and percentage of heavy trucks have increased, demanding from pavement engineers stronger and long lasting pavements. In order to increase the anticipated design life of the pavement, there is a need to investigate the application of new and innovative material for extending the life of pavements. The steady increase in high traffic intensity in terms of commercial vehicles, and significant variation in daily and seasonal temperature demands improved road characteristics. Any improvement in the property of the binder is needed. This study presents a research conducted to study the behaviour of Bituminous Mix prepared with “Plastic Waste (Polyethylene) – Bitumen” blend to be used in construction of flexible pavements for effective use in road construction industry which will result in improved road pavements and also safe disposal of waste plastic in particular to urban roads.