A Numerical Simulation of Electrical Resistivity of Fiber-Reinforced Composites, Part 2: Flexible Bituminous Asphalt

Asphalt concrete pavements are vulnerable to freeze-thaw cycles. Consecutive cracking and penetration of corrosive agents can expedite the degradation asphalt result in weight loss reduced strength. Fiber reinforcement flexible bituminous bridge cracks limits crack width enhances toughness composite. Furthermore, steel fibers facilitate heating during maintenance repair operations. Electrical resistivity is a vital parameter measure efficiency these operations identify state fiber-reinforced concrete. The significant difference between conductivities matrix warrants in-depth investigations influence fiber on measured surface electrical placed pavements. Numerical simulations endeavor predict associated deviations due randomly distributed reinforcement. Results discussions reveal sources magnitudes geometry content adjustments. Outcomes investigate errors for practical applications.