Indraratna, B., Arachchige, C.M.K., Rujikiatkamjorn, C. et al. (2 more authors) (2024) Utilization of Granular Wastes in Transportation Infrastructure – A Circular Economy Perspective. Geotechnical Testing Journal, 47 (1). ISSN 0149-6115
Abstract
Attributed to environmental preservation in urban infrastructure development, the recycling of waste materials produced in the coal and steel industry as well as the reusing of waste tires is a high priority in Australia. In this article, the practical applications of (i) coal wash (CW) and steel furnace slag mixtures, (ii) CW and fly ash mixtures, and (iii) rubber elements derived from recycled tires are discussed. In this regard, some examples of real-life applications are elucidated in relation to coastal reclamation as well as road and rail construction (e.g., Port Kembla, Kangaroo Valley highway, and Chullora Rail Precinct). The article outlines various aspects of site investigation, construction techniques, and the installation of instrumentation to evaluate the field performance of these waste materials in contrast to traditional (natural) quarried materials. The results from these case studies demonstrate that properly engineered granular waste mixtures can exhibit promising characteristics even to exceed the current technical standards, implying reduced intensity of maintenance. The research outcomes strongly support sustainable solutions to be embraced in the future development of transportation infrastructure, capable of withstanding increased freight loading and enhanced longevity.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Copyright, Publisher and Additional Information: | © 2023 This author accepted manuscript is provided for your own personal use only. It may not be used for resale, reprinting, systematic distribution, emailing, or for any other commercial purpose without the permission of the publisher. |
Keywords: | Circular Economy, Industry Waste Materials, Recycled Tires, Sustainability, Transport Infrastructure |
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Institution: | The University of Leeds |
Academic Units: | The University of Leeds > Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences (Leeds) > School of Civil Engineering (Leeds) |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Publications |
Date Deposited: | 04 Aug 2023 10:53 |
Last Modified: | 05 Jun 2024 13:04 |
Published Version: | https://www.astm.org/gtj20220233.html |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | American Society for Testing and Materials |
Identification Number: | 10.1520/GTJ20220233 |
Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:202104 |