Recent Journal Articles

August 31, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Swarna S T, Hossain K, Bernier A. (2022). Climate Change Adaptation Strategies for Canadian Asphalt Pavements; Part 2: Life Cycle Assessment and Life Cycle Cost Analysis. Journal of Cleaner Production. Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.133355

Abstract: Presently, there is strong consensus that significant temperature and weather changes are fast approaching as a result of climate change. Pavements will be significantly affected by increased temperatures, precipitation, and flooding, and will require present design methodology to be modified accordingly.… View More

July 11, 2022August 12, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Khan S, Ashish P K, Kannelli V, Hossain K, Nagabhushana M N, Tiwari D. (2022). Potential Application of Over-Burnt Brick and Fly Ash for Sustainable Inverted Pavement Structure. Construction and Building Materials. Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2022.128298

Abstract: The scarcity of natural aggregate required for infrastructural development (including road construction) is a global problem. Therefore, researchers have constantly been exploring the possibility of different kinds of non-conventional aggregate for sustainable road construction. In this context, over-burnt brick is one among the most common wastes from the construction industry in India, which can be utilized as non-conventional aggregates in the granular layer of pavement structure with the help of a stabilization technique.… View More

June 21, 2022June 21, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Swarna S T, Rana M, Hossain K. (2022). Impact of Climate Change on Pavement Performance in Canada’s Newfoundland Island. International Journal of Pavement Research and Technology. Springer Nature. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42947-022-00198-3

Abstract: Over the past 50 years, climate change has threatened both existing and imminent pavement infrastructure. It is also fore-casted to become more aggressive in the future. Therefore, pavement design procedure needs to be adapted accordingly, accounting for the climate change factors.… View More

June 3, 2022June 3, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Hossain K, Fu L, El-Hakim M. (2022). Determination of Optimum Salting Rates for Asphalt Pavements in a Canadian Climate. ASCE Journal of Cold Regions Engineering. https://ascelibrary.org/doi/abs/10.1061/%28ASCE%29CR.1943-5495.0000279

Abstract: Limited field investigations have evaluated the impact of traffic on the snow melting capacity of salts. This paper will describe an extensive field study that includes 1,200 tests that are conducted during 100 snow events over three winter seasons (2012, 2013, and 2014) to quantify the traffic impact on snow melting capacity.… View More

May 30, 2022May 30, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Swarna S T, Hossain K, Mehta Y A, Bernier A. (2022).Climate Change Adaptation Strategies for Canadian Asphalt Pavements; Part 1: Adaptation Strategies. Journal of Cleaner Production.Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.132313

Abstract: There is strong evidence for climate change leading to a rise in temperatures and a change in precipitation trends. These environmental changes pose a threat to pavement infrastructure worldwide. Therefore, it is necessary to modify pavement design procedures to consider climate change. In addition, it is necessary to consider suitable pavement materials for future climate.… View More

April 9, 2022April 10, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Khan S, Nagabhushana M N, Hossain K, Tiwari D, Guruvittal U K, Bazan C. (2022). Performance Evaluation of Fly Ash–Based Inverted Pavement System. ASCE Journal of Transportation Engineering, Part B: Pavements. https://ascelibrary.org/doi/10.1061/JPEODX.0000363

Abstract: The inverted pavement system is an alternate type of pavement system compared to rigid and flexible pavement systems. The base layer of inverted pavements is generally a cement-treated layer with varied cement content, depending on the unconfined compressive strength criteria and durability.… View More

April 5, 2022April 5, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Guha S, Hossain K, Lawlor M. (2022). An Economic Pavement Management Framework for Extremely Budget- and Resource-Constrained Agencies in Canada. Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board. https://doi.org/10.1177%2F03611981221084687

Abstract:

Regional pavement management agencies often suffer from inadequate resources and technical people to carry out maintenance tasks efficiently. Though funding shortage is an issue for most agencies, regional agencies confront it primarily for various reasons such as the class of the roads managed by them, traffic intensity, the size of service population, and the jurisdiction.

March 2, 2022March 17, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Swarna S T, Hossain K, Bernier A. (2022).Pavement Temperature Model for Canadian Asphalt Binder Selection: Introduction to The CPT Model. Road Materials and Pavement Design. https://doi.org/10.1080/14680629.2022.2044892

Abstract: The selection of a climate-appropriate asphalt binder is essential in ensuring the longevity of pavement surfaces. As the selection methodology depends on the pavement’s temperature, several models predict pavement temperatures based on recorded ambient air temperatures and other related factors.… View More

January 12, 2022March 17, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Swarna S T, Hossain K. (2022). Climate Change Impact and Adaptation for Highway Asphalt Pavements: A Literature Review. Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1139/cjce-2021-0209

Abstract: For the past few decades, researchers all over the world have agreed that the service life of civil infrastructure is significantly affected by climate change. Pavement is one of these significant infrastructures that can be easily affected by climate change.… View More

January 5, 2022March 17, 2022Recent Journal Articles, Recent Publications

Guha S, Hossain K. (2022). An Economic Approach to Road Condition Assessment Using Road User Feedback: A New Model and its Application. International Journal of Pavement Engineering. Taylor and Francis. https://doi.org/10.1080/10298436.2021.2022673

Abstract:

Assessing roadway assets condition is the prerequisite of an efficient road management system. It requires participation from the top management, equipment, trained human resources, and dedicated funding. Newfoundland and Labrador have 13,500 lane kilometers of roads, of which almost 7,700 kilometers belong to the local jurisdictions.