Simulation of Crack Propagation in Asphalt Concrete Using an Intrinsic Cohesive Zone Model
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Volume 132, Issue 11
Abstract
This is a practical paper which consists of investigating fracture behavior in asphalt concrete using an intrinsic cohesive zone model (CZM). The separation and traction response along the cohesive zone ahead of a crack tip is governed by an exponential cohesive law specifically tailored to describe cracking in asphalt pavement materials by means of softening associated with the cohesive law. Finite-element implementation of the CZM is accomplished by means of a user subroutine using the user element capability of the ABAQUS software, which is verified by simulation of the double cantilever beam test and by comparison to closed-form solutions. The cohesive parameters of finite material strength and cohesive fracture energy are calibrated in conjunction with the single-edge notched beam [SE(B)] test. The CZM is then extended to simulate mixed-mode crack propagation in the SE(B) test. Cohesive elements are inserted over an area to allow cracks to propagate in any direction. It is shown that the simulated crack trajectory compares favorably with that of experimental results.
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Acknowledgments
We are grateful for the support from the Koch Materials Company and the National Science Foundation (NSF) through the GOALI project CMS 0219566 (Program Manager, P. N. Balaguru). Any opinions expressed herein are those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the sponsors.
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Journal of Engineering Mechanics
Volume 132 • Issue 11 • November 2006
Pages: 1215 - 1223
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Received: Mar 29, 2005
Accepted: Dec 20, 2005
Published online: Nov 1, 2006
Published in print: Nov 2006
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