Optimization of CLS Content of Asphalt Mixtures Based on Balanced Mix Design Approach

Table 1

Properties of the asphalt binder used in this study.

Tests	Methods	Criteria		Results
Penetration of 25 C	ASTM D5	60–70		68
Softening point (C)	ASTM D36	45–54		48
Ductility of 25 (cm)	ASTM D113	100		100
Flash point (C)	ASTM D92	250		297
Fire point (C)	ASTM D70	230		315
Specific gravity at 25 C	ASTM D70	1.05-1.06		1.048
DSR at 64 C	AASHTO T315	1.00 kPa min		1.274
BBR at −12 C	AASHTO T313	Stiffness MPa	300 MPa max	115
		m-value	0.300 min	0.306