Upcoming Webinars
This webinar will present findings from an international research effort aimed at establishing the relationship between binder rheological/chemical properties and asphalt cracking induced by long-term aging. The study emphasizes two key durability indicators: the Glover–Rowe Parameter and Delta Tc (ΔTc), evaluated through extensive European field sections and advanced aging models.
Attendees will gain insight into:
How field vs. laboratory aging differ in severity, especially at intermediate/low service temperatures.
The role of the Glover–Rowe Parameter as a promising performance threshold for cracking.
How aging alters stress distribution and fatigue life, with implications for binder selection and long-life pavement design.
Moderator: Amma Agbedor, Ph.D., PEng.
Join us to see how binder property-based models can transform mechanistic pavement design and durability strategies.
Register here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d9044a53-a57d-4bd1-bac1-36348df88cf8@b5b3764d-e2e9-4689-ae68-7bb6e60e9502
Research
2022 Strategic Asphalt Research (STAR) Symposium
The Asphalt Institute Foundation hosted the second STrategic Asphalt Research Symposium (STAR) on May 16-18, 2022, in Atlanta, GA.
The three-day event focused on identifying strategic research areas and topics that will lead to breakthrough change for the future of the asphalt industry. The foundation gathered individuals from around the world in Atlanta, GA, to discuss the asphalt technology of tomorrow.
Fred M. Fehsenfeld, Sr. Catalyst for Change Initiative
With a goal of promoting innovation in the asphalt industry, The Heritage Group announced a contribution of $600,000 to establish the Fred M. Fehsenfeld, Sr. Catalyst for Change Initiative. The donation honors the late Heritage Group founder who was a tireless asphalt industry supporter and philanthropist. The initiative will fund research and education that promotes advancement in the areas of public procurement innovation; transportation system design; asphalt pavement testing methodology; health, safety and environmental stewardship; and more.
Research Report Findings
Download report findings from Asphalt Institute Foundation research projects.
Research Request for Proposals
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