MIX DESIGN PROCEDURES AND CONSIDERATIONS FOR POLYMER MODIFIED ASPHALT COMPATIBILITY AND STABILITY. FINAL REPORT

A five-year study has been performed to investigate the behavior of binders and asphalt mixtures containing polymer modifiers. The polymers were SBS, SBR, EVA, Ground Rubber, and polyolefin. These materials were used separately and in combinations with each other to change the characteristics of the binders and asphalt mixtures. The research included laboratory experiments to characterize the materials, and field projects to ascertain their performance. Four hot mix asphalt projects were conducted in Districts 15, 11, 25, and 10 in Texas, and two seal coat projects were constructed in Districts 6 and 17 in Texas. The testing results of the field and laboratory samples are presented in this report.