What is it about?

Asphalt cement is one of various road pavement materials that are non-renewable. Currently, asphalt production in Indonesia has not met the country's requirements and needs. The use of asphalt for road pavement demands the need for thriftiness. One way to ensure this is by taking advantage of different materials to reduce the reliance on asphalt. Latex is one such material to consider. Latex is an additive that can improve the physical and mechanical characteristics of asphalt mixtures.

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Why is it important?

The use of latex in road pavements can be considered for reducing the amount of asphalt needed.

Perspectives

Latex is widely available in Indonesia. It is a renewable material. The use of latex in asphalt pavement is potentially profitable for sustainable development.

Dr. Henri Siswanto
Universitas Negeri Malang

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This page is a summary of: Effect of Latex to Minimize the Use of Asphalt in Asphalt Concrete Wearing Course, Materials Science Forum, July 2019, Trans Tech Publications,
DOI: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/msf.961.39.
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