Structure Stability of Rigid Pavement by Utilization of Industrial Waste

Abstract

Rigid pavements play a critical role in transportation infrastructure due to their durability and load-bearing capacity. This study explores enhancing the structural stability of rigid pavements by incorporating industrial waste materials. Industrial waste, such as iron slag, has been increasingly recognized for its potential as a supplementary material in construction due to its beneficial properties. Key parameters including impact resistance, abrasion resistance, specific gravity, water absorption, and crushing strength were evaluated and compared against relevant IS specifications. The findings indicate that the iron slag-aggregate blend meets or exceeds IS standards across most criteria, demonstrating comparable or improved performance compared to traditional aggregates.