How can Zhejiang short-filament geotextiles effectively address the issue of reflective cracking?

Release date:

2020-12-03


Adopt Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile Using an interlayer material when adding an asphalt overlay to existing concrete pavement is an effective measure for preventing reflective cracking. However, the performance of the interlayer material directly influences how well reflective cracking is controlled. Certain model specifications Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile The anti-reflective cracking effect is evident, while other models and specifications Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile On the contrary, it could negatively impact the asphalt pavement layer. To avoid inappropriate selection, and based on practical experience in Zhejiang Province, a long-term monitoring and analysis of pavement characteristics, geotextile material properties, and construction methods—particularly for reflective crack-resistant geotextiles already in use—has led to the conclusion that these geotextiles should meet the following technical requirements.

1. Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile Good temperature resistance. When asphalt mixtures are laid hot, the temperature can reach around 150°C. Therefore, the geotextile material must not only remain intact—avoiding melting or softening—but also maintain its functionality under these conditions. Experience shows that polyester geotextiles offer the best performance in this regard.

2. Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile Good asphalt emulsion absorption properties are essential. The standard construction procedure involves first evenly spraying the asphalt emulsion onto the cracked pavement surface, then laying the fabric interlayer, and finally applying the hot-mix asphalt layer on top. The hot-mix layer must be able to absorb the emulsion beneath the fabric, saturating it completely—this is why the fabric is required to have excellent absorption capabilities.

3. Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile Flexibility. Flexibility encompasses two key aspects: toughness and surface hardness. Toughness reflects a fabric's ability to absorb impact energy, which can be roughly measured by the product of the material's tensile strength and elongation at break. It is recommended to characterize surface hardness using the CBR test’s puncture resistance strength R, with the guideline that R ≥ 2 kN.

4. Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile Good uniformity is essential. The fabric is an anisotropic material. To ensure consistent strength, it is recommended that the strength ratio between the warp and weft directions does not exceed 1.5 for woven fabrics, and remains below 1.2 for non-woven materials.

5. Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile Strength requirements: The fabric must have a tensile strength exceeding 400 N/5 cm, as well as additional properties such as puncture resistance and tear resistance, with a minimum strength of 800 N/5 cm.

6. Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile Acid- and alkali-resistant

7. Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile It exhibits strong anti-aging properties. The geotextile should maintain its normal working condition throughout the pavement's service life.

8. Zhejiang Zhoushan Short-Filament Geotextile Thickness requirements: To prevent adverse negative effects on the asphalt overlay layer—such as delamination and failure—after the geotextile is installed, the thickness of the geotextile must be strictly controlled. According to experimental analysis, when applying an asphalt overlay on existing cement concrete pavements to mitigate reflective cracking, a geotextile thickness of less than 2.0 mm is generally recommended.

 

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