Assessment of the behavior of emulsified asphalt mixes and extracted binders during curing
Résumé
To investigate the behavior of an emulsified asphalt mix during curing, the mechanical behavior and water loss of the material were studied in laboratory. The mechanical behavior of the mix was evaluated using the oedometric modulus. The dependence of the material to seasonal curing was highlighted obtaining higher stiffness values for warm conditions rather than cold ones. The influence of the water content was also observed through the temporary decrease of modulus during induced peaks of humidity. However it is concluded that the decrease of water content during curing is not sufficient by itself to account for the behavior of emulsified asphalt mixes since they continue to evolve even after full drying.