ReviewMaterials (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Comparative Review of Marshall and Superpave Mix Designs: Enhancing Asphalt Performance with Polymers.
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- Mechanical and Moisture Performance of Dense-Graded Cold-Recycled Asphalt with 60% RAP and Cement-Fly Ash Additives.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- The Road Performance, VOCs Emission Behavior, and Emission Mechanism of Rubber Powder/SBS-Modified Asphalt.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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Abstract
The durability of asphalt pavements is crucial for sustainable road infrastructures. This systematic review compares the Marshall and Superpave asphalt mix design protocols, with a particular focus on the integration of polymer-modified bitumen (PMB) and rejuvenators. Although the Marshall method remains widely used for its simplicity and cost-efficiency, its empirical basis limits its effectiveness to meet modern pavement performance demands. In contrast, the Superpave system offers improved resistance to rutting, longer fatigue life, and better mitigation of moisture damage. The review traces the evolution of asphalt mix design, identifies current challenges, and emphasizes the need for transitioning toward performance-based frameworks. Special attention is given to the incorporation of polymers such as Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene (SBS), Styrene-Butadiene-Rubber (SBR), and Polyethylene (PE), which significantly enhance the mechanical properties of asphalt mixtures. The role of rejuvenators in restoring aged binders and enabling pavement recycling is also examined. Finally, the manuscript provides strategic recommendations for adopting Superpave to enhance pavement durability and reduce lifecycle maintenance costs. Overall, this comprehensive review advances knowledge on asphalt mix design, fostering innovation and sustainability while promoting long-term resilience in road pavement infrastructures.
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