Master's Thesis

Usage of kevlar fibres in asphalt mixtures

Final Thesis 4.47 MB

Author of thesis: Ing. Jan Mazáč

Acad. year: 2015/2016

Supervisor: doc. Ing. Petr Hýzl, Ph.D.

Reviewer: Ing. Zdeněk Hegr

Abstract:

Diploma thesis deals with topic of using aramid (Kevlar) fibres in road engineering in asphalt mixtures. Theoretical part of thesis is describing characteristics of aramid fibres and their technical usage. Thesis deals with research and application of aramid fibres abroad and also in Czech Republic. Practical part deals with influence of aramid fibres, namely FORTA FI fibres in mixture with modified binder for wearing course. An integral part of this thesis is a description of all methods that were used during the processing of the practical part. In the end of the thesis there are outcomes of tests and theoretical research.

Keywords:

bitumen binder, asphalt mixtures, Kevlar fibre, aramid fibre, polyolefin fibre, FORTA FI, performance characteristics of asphalt mixtures, asphalt mixing plant, crack propagation, pavement durability

Date of defence

01.02.2016

Result of the defence

Defended (thesis was successfully defended)

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Grading

A

Language of thesis

Czech

Faculty

Department

Institute of Road Structures

Study programme

Civil Engineering (N-P-C-SI)

Field of study

Constructions and Traffic Structures (K)

Supervisor’s report
doc. Ing. Petr Hýzl, Ph.D.

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Reviewer’s report
Ing. Zdeněk Hegr

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Responsibility: Mgr. et Mgr. Hana Odstrčilová