Mechanical behaviour and load bearing mechanism of high porosity permeable pavements utilizing recycled tire aggregates

Abstract

The benefits of Permeable Paving Systems (PPS) in minimizing surface water run-off which in turn reduces the imposed pressure on stormwater collection systems at the time of flash flooding have been recently remarked profoundly. In addition, the PPS have additional advantages such as filtering the pollutants for downstream water collection systems and accommodating transformation of nutrients and water to the surrounding vegetation. Inclusion of end-of-life tire products in the mixture of PPS can adjust the flexibility of the final product. Tire aggregates will potentially enhance the final product performance in areas where the ground movement or intrusion of roots can cause damage to conve..