Graphene reinforces asphalt - Doubles durability of road

Abstract

Graphene and its composites are now reinforced with asphalt a pavement material to increase durability of roads. The present review paper focuses on improved performance of asphalt material when mixed with graphene, reduced graphene oxide and graphene nanoplatelets. Graphene is the world's versatile wonder two-dimensional material with countless multifunctional applications in electrical, physical, biomedical, chemical and in mechanical fields. High economical expenditure in roads maintenance in all climatic conditions, high traffic loads, resistance to wear and tear are the challenges for construction engineers. The objective of the paper is to bring awareness and understanding of increased performance of asphalt when reinforced with graphene. Various parameters like aging resistance, marshall stabilityand high temperature stability were reviewed in the present study.