Feasibility of Producing Reflective Pavement Bricks Using Waste Plastic as an Alternative to Paint-Based Line Markings for Pavement Roads and Car Parks

K. S. Akorli, C. O. Aigbavboa, O. S. Ametepey

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Abstract

Road surface and car park markings provide guidance and information to drivers and pedestrians. These lines are crucial for preserving traffic flow, stopping accidents or property damage, and guaranteeing pedestrian safety. The study aimed to produce a reflective pavement brick from recycled water bottle plastic to replace paint-based line markings used on pedestrian walkways and car parks. The study adopted an experimental design and the plastic water bottles were obtained from the surrounding environments. Quarry fines and glass beads with pigment are additional components utilized with the plastic. Quarry fine and plastic from melted water bottles were utilized in seven different ratios. Forty-two paver bricks were produced for all percentages with dimensions of 200 mm x 100 mm x 75 mm and then crushed for compressive strength. The study revealed that P25% - Q75% brick produced the highest compressive strength of 42.1N/mm2 but had the worst water absorption. The reflective plastic bricks of P25% - Q75% should be used for commercial purposes over the paint base agents for their long-lasting properties.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMoving Integrated Product Development to Service Clouds in the Global Economy - Proceedings of the 21st ISPE Inc. International Conference on Concurrent Engineering, CE 2014
EditorsZhaofeng Wang, Enhui Yang, Mijia Yang, Joao C.G. Lanzinha, Roberto Sheng
PublisherIOS Press BV
Pages1095-1104
Number of pages10
ISBN (Electronic)9781643685595
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Event9th International Technical Conference on Frontiers of Hydraulic and Civil Engineering Technology, HCET 2024 - Sanya, China
Duration: 25 Sept 202427 Sept 2024

Publication series

NameAdvances in Transdisciplinary Engineering
Volume62
ISSN (Print)2352-751X
ISSN (Electronic)2352-7528

Conference

Conference9th International Technical Conference on Frontiers of Hydraulic and Civil Engineering Technology, HCET 2024
Country/TerritoryChina
CitySanya
Period25/09/2427/09/24

Keywords

  • car park
  • Pavement brick
  • reflective pavement
  • road surface
  • water bottle plastic waste

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science Applications
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Software
  • Algebra and Number Theory
  • Strategy and Management

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