Surface and Interface Characteristics of Pavements: New Perspectives and Applications
A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Aspects in Colloid and Interface Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 September 2025 | Viewed by 210
Special Issue Editors
Interests: adhension properties of aggregate/asphalt; decarbonization materials for pavement engineering
Interests: pavement safety evaluation and improvement; traffic noise evaluation and prevention technologies; functional pavement
Interests: pavement surface functionality; pavement surface texture reconstruction and evaluation; resource utilization of solid waste in road engineering
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The performance and longevity of pavement structures are profoundly influenced by the properties of their surfaces and interfaces. With recent advancements in materials science and engineering, there is an increasing interest in exploring novel perspectives and applications related to the surface and interface characteristics of pavement materials. This Special Issue aims to compile cutting-edge research that addresses both fundamental and applied aspects of pavement surface and interface properties, providing insights into improving the durability, functionality, and sustainability of modern pavement systems.
The topics covered in this Special Issue include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Pavement Surface Functionality: Investigations into pavement surface texture analysis, skid resistance, low-noise pavement design, and other aspects of surface functionality.
- Innovative Materials and Coatings for Pavement Surfaces: The development and application of new materials and coatings designed to enhance pavement surface characteristics, such as wear resistance and environmental resilience.
- Adhesion Characteristics of Asphalt Mixtures: An exploration of factors affecting the bonding between asphalt binder and aggregates, and the impact of adhesion on pavement durability.
- Interface Characteristics of Semi-Flexible Pavements: Research focused on the mechanical and chemical properties of semi-flexible pavement interfaces, and their influence on pavement performance.
- Evaluation and Modelling of Pavement Interfaces: The use of advanced modelling techniques to predict the behaviour of pavement interfaces under various loading and environmental conditions.
- Sustainability and Environmental Impact: Assessing the environmental implications of pavement surface and interface treatments, with a focus on sustainable practices and materials.
This Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research trends and technological innovations, offering practical solutions to contemporary challenges in pavement engineering. We invite original research articles, reviews, and case studies that contribute to the advancement and understanding of pavement surface and interface science.
Dr. Kui Hu
Dr. Wanyan Ren
Dr. Shihao Dong
Prof. Dr. Sen Han
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- pavement surface functionality
- asphalt mixture adhesion
- interface characteristics
- semi-flexible pavements
- innovative pavement materials
- pavement durability and sustainability
- surface texture analysis
- environmental impact of pavement coatings
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