Modelling creep and recovery response of asphalt binders using generalized burgers model

Abstract

Appropriate modeling creep and response of asphalt binders can save time, and resources and efforts required for multiple experimentations. Creep compliance master-curves were obtained from short duration creep experiments on 10 different asphalt binders each at 0.1 and 3.2?kPa stress levels. It was shown that, a four Kelvin-element generalized Burger’s model could closely approximate creep and recovery response at any combination of loading and unloading cycle. A single run of dynamic shear rheometer used for conducting short time creep experiments at different temperatures, can be adequate for modeling creep and recovery response of asphalt binders.