Investigating the Functions of Particles in Packed Aggregate Blend using a Discrete Element Method

In asphalt mixture, aggregates account for up to 90% of the total volume and play an important role in the mechanical characteristics of asphalt mixture. The proportions of fine and coarse aggregates in gradation, as well as the function of aggregate particles, are important factors for the skeleton...

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Main Authors: Yinghao Miao, Weixiao Yu, Yue Hou, Liyan Guo, Linbing Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-02-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/12/4/556