EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON CONTINUOUSLY REINFORCED CONCRETE PAVEMENT BY USING NO FINE CONCRETE

This experimental study investigates the feasibility and performance of continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) using no-fine concrete. No-fine concrete, which eliminates the need for fine aggregates, has shown potential in reducing material costs and environmental impact. In this study, a series of CRCP specimens were cast using no-fine concrete and subjected to various mechanical tests, including flexural strength, compressive strength, and fatigue resistance. The results were compared with those of conventional CRCP specimens. The findings indicate that no-fine concrete CRCP exhibits comparable mechanical properties to conventional CRCP, while offering significant advantages in terms of material sustainability and cost-effectiveness. This study provides valuable insights into the potential application of no-fine concrete in CRCP construction, contributing to the development of more sustainable and resilient infrastructure systems.