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- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ1Upcycling Agricultural Biomass into Functional Bio-Oils through Pyrolysis: Toward Sustainable Rejuvenation of Asphalt Binder
Furtana Yalcin, Beyza; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Yalçin, Erkut; Vural Kok, Baha
This study investigates the feasibility of utilizing bio-oils derived from agricultural waste materials (such as straw, olive pomace, and pine cones) as rejuvenating additives in reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) containing bituminous mixtures, offering a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach in asphalt technology. The primary objective of the study is to enhance the physical and mechanical properties of aged binders using ecofriendly alternatives, thereby developing high-performance asphalt mixtures without harming the environment. The bio-oils, produced through pyrolysis, were evaluated in comparison with two commercial rejuvenators. Key performance criteria, including Marshall stability, moisture damage resistance (TSR), indirect tensile stiffness modulus (ITSM), and fatigue life, were tested. The results indicate that natural rejuvenators not only soften the aged binder but also effectively balance the flexibility, strength, and deformation resistance of the mixture. Notably, straw oil exhibited superior performance in terms of both high stability and extended fatigue life, while olive pomace oil demonstrated remarkable success in moisture resistance. Although commercial additives were effective to a certain extent, they failed to achieve the same level of structural compatibility and sustainability provided by natural bio-oils. In this regard, the study provides strong evidence that agricultural biomass waste can serve as a value-added solution in asphalt pavements, in alignment with the principles of the circular economy. In conclusion revealed that mixtures containing 75% RAP rejuvenated with straw oil achieved 11% higher Marshall stability and up to 14.5 times longer fatigue life compared to virgin mixtures, while olive pomace oil-based mixtures reached a TSR value of 81.5%, demonstrating superior moisture resistance.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ1Integrating experimental and atomistic insights into the rejuvenation of aged binder using bio-based rejuvenators
Kurban, Mustafa; Yalcin, Beyza Furtana; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Akpinar, Sinan; Kök, Baha Vural; Hekim, Seda; Özdemir, Ahmet Münir; Yalcin, Erkut; Göktaş, Fahrettin
This study integrates experimental and computational methods to evaluate the rejuvenation performance of an aged asphalt binder using two novel bio-based additives, 1T and 2T. The aged binder, sourced from reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), was modified with 25 wt% of each rejuvenator (denoted as 1T25 and 2T25, respectively). SARA (Saturates, Aromatics, Resins, Asphaltenes) fractionation and colloidal indices were used to assess compositional recovery. Both additives increased aromatic and resin contents while reducing asphaltenes. The 2T-modified binder achieved the highest colloidal stability (Ic = 0.29) and the most pronounced improvement in stability indicators (CI and Ic) among the tested systems. Complementary molecular dynamics (MD) simulations using the COMPASSII force field modeled the structural and thermodynamic behavior of RAP and rejuvenated systems. The 2T25 system exhibited higher density and more compact molecular packing, suggesting stronger cohesive organization and reduced free volume, whereas 1T25 showed greater molecular spacing and flexibility. RDF analysis and converged thermodynamic/structural trajectories (energy, temperature, cell length, and density stabilization) further supported rejuvenator-dependent rearrangement of packing during equilibration. Overall, MD acts as a mechanistic bridge that interprets experimental SARA/CI/Ic trends and supports design-oriented development of sustainable rejuvenators.
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İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ1Sustainable material pathways: Utilizing biomass-derived bio-oils from agricultural wastes to restore aged asphalt binder properties
Yalcin, Beyza Furtana; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Yalcin, Erkut; Kok, Baha Vural
This study explores the valorization of agricultural biomass wastes into high-value bio-based materials by evaluating the performance of pyrolysis-derived bio-oils obtained from straw, pine cone, and olive pomace for the rejuvenation of aged asphalt binders. The effectiveness of these biomass-derived bio-oils was comparatively assessed against two commercial rejuvenators to enhance binder reusability using renewable resources. The optimum rejuvenator dosages were determined through penetration, viscosity, and dynamic shear rheometer (DSR) tests, while the associated physical and chemical modifications were investigated using FTIR, SEM-EDS, and elemental analyses. Penetration and viscosity results indicated that all rejuvenators significantly reduced binder stiffness and improved fluidity. DSR analysis indicated that increasing rejuvenator content reduced G∗/sin δ values, reflecting a decrease in binder stiffness and a softening effect of the rejuvenators, which contributes to restoring the viscoelastic balance of the aged binder. FTIR results demonstrated that biomass-derived bio-oils, particularly those from pine cone and straw, effectively reduced carbonyl (C=O) and sulfoxide (S=O) functional groups, indicating strong chemical rejuvenation. SEM-EDS analyses showed that the heterogeneous and porous morphology of bio-oils promoted improved interaction with the asphalt binder. Based on the combined results of the three experimental approaches, the optimum rejuvenator dosages were identified as 25% for commercial products, 35% for pine cone and olive pomace bio-oils, and 45% for straw bio-oil. Overall, the findings highlight that biomass-derived bio-oils produced via pyrolysis offer a sustainable and performance-effective pathway for converting agricultural residues into value-added materials, supporting circular bioenergy and biomass utilization strategies.
AtıfScopus2WoS3OpenAlex3İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2026Scopus SJRQ1“A combined experimental numerical statistical framework to characterize fracture behavior of asphalt mixtures”
Atar, Muhammed; Ince, Ragip; Bakhshizadeh, Majid; Pirmohammad, Sadjad; Furtana Yalcin, Beyza; Yilmaz, Mehmet
This study investigates the fracture and viscoelastic behavior of asphalt mixtures through a combined experimental, numerical, and statistical approach. Semi Circular Bend (SCB) tests were performed on specimens with notch lengths of 10, 20, and 30 mm at two temperature levels (0 °C and room temperature) to determine fracture toughness (KIc), fracture energy, and stiffness parameters. The Extended Finite Element Method (XFEM) was employed to simulate crack initiation and propagation, providing a close match with experimental SCB results under various thermal and geometric conditions. To further interpret the effects of temperature and crack geometry, the Response Surface Methodology (RSM) was applied to the experimental data, enabling the identification of key interaction effects and optimization of fracture parameters. The results demonstrated that decreasing temperature and increasing notch length notably reduced fracture resistance, while XFEM accurately represented the nonlinear crack propagation observed in laboratory testing. Moreover, RSM provided predictive equations that were in strong agreement with XFEM outcomes. The proposed integrated SCB-XFEM-RSM framework presents an efficient and reliable methodology for evaluating and optimizing the fracture performance of asphalt mixtures, offering valuable insights for the design of durable and sustainable pavement systems under diverse environmental conditions.
AtıfScopus3OpenAlex3İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1Rejuvenation of Recycled Asphalt Binders with Bio-Oils from Waste Biomass Pyrolysis
Yalcin, Beyza Furtana; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Yalçin, Erkut; Altundogan, Hamdi Soner
This study evaluates the effects of using bio-oil obtained from waste biomass on the physical properties, rheology, fatigue, and rutting of recycled asphalt binder. In addition, the aim of this study is to provide benefits to the environment and the economy by reusing waste materials. The bio-oils produced were produced by the pyrolysis method. B70/100 pure bitumen was chosen as the reference binder for the rejuvenation of the selected RAP binder. To ensure its properties, five different rejuvenators (two commercial + three bio-based rejuvenators) were added to the aged bitumen obtained from recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) at different rates. The produced bio-oils were compared with commercial products. The first goal of the study is to produce rejuvenators from waste materials, and the second is to achieve similar or better results with commercial rejuvenators by producing rejuvenators from waste materials. When the test results are examined, it can be seen that the aged binder was rejuvenated to the desired hardness by adding rejuvenator to it. It is seen that the penetration value of the aged binder increased by the addition of rejuvenator, whereas the softening point and viscosity values decreased.
AtıfWoS1OpenAlex1İncele - BildiriAçık Erişim2025Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Hot Mix Asphalt Modified with Elvaloy and Polyphosphoric Acid
Yilmaz, Mehmet; Yalcin, Beyza Furtana; El Naggar, H.; Barros, J.; Cachim, P.
In order for the bituminous hot mix layers to resist the increased traffic load and volume as well as the adverse environmental conditions for a long time without being deformed, the bituminous binder used in the mixture has been commonly modified with the Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene (SBS) polymer. The high demand for SBS makes it difficult to supply and therefore brings on the use of alternative additives. In this study, the combined use of Elvaloy and phosphoric acid (PPA) was investigated. Additionally, the effects on the mechanical properties of bituminous mixtures were examined. Modified binders were prepared using Elvaloy/PPA additives mixed under specified conditions. Hot mix asphalt (HMA) samples prepared with these binders were subjected to Marshall stability and flow, indirect tensile stiffness modulus, and indirect tensile fatigue tests to comprehensively evaluate the effects of modified bi nders on the mechanical properties of bituminous hot mixtures. As a result, the bituminous hot mix tests revealed that asphalt mixtures improved their mechanical properties at the specified ratios.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2025Scopus SJRQ1Automatic Segmentation of Asphalt Cracks on Highways After Large-Scale and Severe Earthquakes Using Deep Learning-Based Approaches
Yilmaz, Mehmet; Yalcin, Erkut; Demir, Fatih; Ozdemir, Ahmet Munir; Atar, Muhammed; Gunes, Aysegul; Furtana Yalcin, Beyza; Cambay, Ertugrul
This study develops a deep learning-based automated system for detecting and segmenting earthquake-induced asphalt cracks, offering a rapid and reliable solution for post-disaster road condition assessments. Unlike traditional manual inspections, which are time-consuming and error-prone, our approach leverages advanced segmentation techniques to ensure accurate, pixel-level classification of various crack types. The main challenge of this study was determining the damage caused to highways by earthquakes with magnitudes greater than 7.0, which occur approximately once every 200 years. The most crucial step in the automatic detection of these damages is the reliable preparation of a high-accuracy dataset. To achieve this, pixel-based labels were created by experts in the construction field by analyzing each pixel value. Following two major earthquakes, a unique dataset for segmenting roadway deterioration was created through intensive and detailed studies. This study aims to present the performance results of popular deep learning-based segmentation models in an unbiased manner, providing a feasible infrastructure for future real-time applications. The innovative aspect of this research lies in the creation of a unique post-earthquake dataset, collected and labeled from highways affected by the February 6, 2023 earthquakes in Turkey (Mw = 7.7 and Mw = 7.6). Deep learning models, including SegNet, Attention SegNet, U-Net, FCN (8s), and DeepLab, were trained and tested on this dataset. Among these, the SegNet model achieved the best performance with an average accuracy of 86.72%, precision of 92.99%, and sensitivity of 78.45%. By demonstrating superior performance metrics compared to existing methods, this study provides a robust framework for future infrastructure monitoring and maintenance strategies, ensuring safer and more resilient transportation networks in disaster-prone regions.
AtıfScopus6OpenAlex4İncele - BildiriAçık Erişim2024Investigation of the Effects of Different Modified Asphalts on Storage Stability
Yalcin, Beyza Furtana; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Yalcin, Erkut; Ozdemir, Ahmet Münir; El Naggar, H.; Barros, J.; Cachim, P.
In this study, the storage stability of modified bitumen prepared with bitumen additives styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS) and American Gilsonite (AG) was evaluated. For this purpose, modified bitumen was prepared by using different ratios of each additive type. The prepared modified bitumens were subjected to storage stability test according to EN 13399 standard. Penetration, softening point and rotational viscometry tests were performed on the samples subjected to storage stability test. As a result of the penetration and softening point tests of the samples prepared with SBS after storage stability, it was determined that the penetration and softening point values of the samples obtained from the upper part of the tube were higher. This is thought to be due to the accumulation of SBS, which has a lower specific gravity than bitumen, in the upper part of the tube during the storage stability test. Considering the viscosity test results, it was determined that the viscosity values of the modified bitumen samples obtained from the upper part of the tubes were higher than the samples obtained from the lower part of the tubes.
- BildiriAçık Erişim2024Effect Of The Actıvatıon Force On The Healıng Level Of Asphalt Mıxture Wıth Embedded Capsules
Yalcin, Erkut; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Yalcin, Beyza Furtana; El Naggar, H.; Barros, J.; Cachim, P.
By increasing the asphalt mixtures' inherent capacity for self-healing, encapsulated rejuvenators can extend the service lives of asphalt pavements. The capsules are shattered when crack damage occurs, allowing the rejuvenator ingredient to seep into the cracks. In this work, a brand-new kind of capsule was created. Sunflower oil was a rejuvenator in these capsules. We looked at how well asphalt mixture samples with and without capsules self-healed under static loading. The capacity for self-healing of asphalt mixtures incorporating a novel class of capsules that contain sunflower oil as a rejuvenating agent. For this reason, the ability of the rejuvenating ingredient to diffuse inside of samples of virgin bitumen and the healing potential of combinations of cracked asphalt containing capsules have both been assessed. Due to the mechanical properties of the polymeric capsules examined. Then, using a unique mechanical test, the impact of capsule content on the crack-healing characteristics of asphalt mixtures was assessed at various healing durations (from 5 to 216h) and loads (from 0 to 85kN). As the applied load increases, the healing levels of the asphalt samples with capsules rise; later, the healing levels of the asphalt samples with capsule remain constant. According to the findings, the maximal healing level was typically attained after 96 hours and remained constant until 216 hours.
- MakaleYalnız künye2023Scopus SJRQ3MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF Dittrichia viscosa (L.) GREUTER (ASTERACEAE) POPULATIONS REVEALED BY ISSR MARKERS AND CHLOROPLAST (cpDNA) trnL INTRON SEQUENCES; [MOLEKULARNA KARAKTERIZACIJA POPULACIJA Dittrichia viscosa (L.) GREUTER (ASTERACEAE) POMOĆU ISSR MARKERA I HLOROPLAST (cpDNA) trnL INTRONSKIH SEKVENCI]
Sevindik, Emre; Bozkurt, Makbule; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Şenyüz, Ezginur; Paksoy, Mehmet Yavuz
In this study, molecular characterization of Dittrichia viscosa (L.) Greuter populations collected from Aydın province was carried out based on ISSR technique and chloroplast DNA trnL intron sequences. 10 ISSR primers were used to determine the molecular characterization among the populations. For cpDNA trnL intron amplification, trnC and trnD primers were used. In ISSR analysis, a total of 70 bands were obtained. The polymorphism rate was determined to be approximately 94.28%. According to the ISSR analysis, the UPGMA dendrogram consisted of three groups. For cpDNA trnL intron sequences, phylogenetic analyses were obtained along with genetic distances. For populations, cpDNA trnL intron sequences were determined between 454 and 472 bases. The maximum likelihood phylogenetic tree consist of two clades. In addition, cpDNA trnL intron sequences of some species (Chrysophthalmum Pulicaria Inula Jasonia Stenachaenium Carpesium Blumea Iphiona Limbarda Rhanterium Lifago Duhaldea Chiliadenus) of Asteraceae family from NCBI with Dittrichia viscosa populations phylogenetic tree was constructed. As a result of the study, it was determined that the polymorphism rate of Dittrichia viscosa populations obtained by ISSR-PCR was higher than the results obtained from trnL intron sequences.
AtıfScopus3WoS4İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2022Scopus SJRQ3EFFECTS OF USING STYRENE-ISOPRENE-STYRENE AND CRUMB RUBBER ON RUTTING POTENTIAL AND AGING PROPERTIES OF BITUMEN
Kök, Baha Vural; Yalçin, Beyza Furtana; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Yalçin, Erkut
The crumb rubber (CR) obtained from waste vehicle tires is gaining attention from the researchers because of its contribution to performance besides having low cost and environmental-friendly characteristic. In this study the effects of using styrene-isoprene-styrene (SIS) together with CR on rutting and aging properties of binders were evaluated by dynamic shear rheometer, softening point and viscosity tests. B 160/220 (PG 58) pure bitumen was modified in 13 different combinations with different contents of additives. The combined use of SIS and CR was compared with the high rate of SIS and CR modifications individually. It was determined that the combined use of 2% SIS and 7% CR by weight of bitumen provides an economical and superior performance that cannot be achieved with individual SIS or CR modifications. The binary binders were able to preserve their elastic properties after aging better than the individual SIS and CR modifications.
AtıfScopus5İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2021Scopus SJRQ1Investigation on the properties of new palm-oil-based polyurethane modified bitumen
Vural Kök, Baha; Aydoğmuş, Ercan; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Akpolat, Mustafa
Polyurethane-derived polymer synthesized by the reaction of 4.4′-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) with the new modified palm-oil-based polyol was used as an alternative additive to thermoplastic-elastomers, such as styrene–butadienestyrene (SBS), the most commonly used additive. The study aimed to investigate the effect of polyurethane (PU) modification on the rheological and chemical structure of base bitumen. The softening point, rotational viscosity, dynamic shear rheometer (DSR), multi-stress creep recovery (MSCR), bending beam rheometer (BBR), and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) tests were conducted on the binders. The effects of curing time and temperature, isocyanate/hydroxyl (NCO/OH) molar ratio, and PU content were examined and the best modification conditions were determined. It was found that 24 h curing conditions at 85 °C were sufficient for the formation of PU bonds and these processes increased the rutting parameter of the binder by 256% compared to 1 h curing. At 50 °C and a frequency of 5 Hz, the binder with a 4:1 NCO/OH ratio had 63% more complex modulus than the binder with a 10:1 NCO/OH ratio. The 7 wt% PU modified binder had the same performance level as 4% SBS modification and 10 wt% PU modified binder was one degree higher. Moreover, above 60 °C, all the PU modified binders gave lower phase angles compared to the 4% SBS modified binder. 7 wt% PU modified binder showed similar elastic properties against cracks at low temperatures compared to the 4% SBS modified binder. The use of palm oil in the synthesis of PU presents an environmentally friendly and cost-effective solution compared to the use of petrochemical derivatives.
AtıfScopus56WoS53OpenAlex60İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2020Scopus SJRQ1Performance and Aging Characteristics of Hot Mixture Asphalt with Crumb Rubber and Warm Mix Asphalt Additives
Akpolat, Mustafa; Kök, Baha Vural; Yilmaz, Mehmet
In this study, the mixes prepared using crumb rubber (CR) and binders with warm mix additives were aged through various aging methods (1, 2, 3, and 4 weeks at 60 degrees C in the laboratory; 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 months under the environmental conditions; and AASHTO R30) and examined in terms of performance and aging index. The indirect tensile strength (ITS), indirect tensile stiffness modulus (ITSM), and fatigue tests were applied to the pure and the CR,CR+Sasobit, andCR+Evothermmodified aged and nonaged mixes, and the aging indexes were determined according to the results obtained. According to the test results,CR+Sasobitwas found to be the best mix in terms of mechanical properties. Using the warm asphalt additives in the CR modification was determined to decrease the aging indexes and retarded the aging. Also determined was that a high correlation exists between the aging at 60 degrees C in the laboratory and the aging under the environmental conditions. Based on the fatigue test results, AASHTO R30 short-term aging (4 h at 135 degrees C) was determined to cause structural deterioration in the mixes and yielded low load repetition relative to the pure mixes. Therefore, using this method for the short-term aging of the CR modified mixes would not be appropriate. When the tests applied were evaluated in terms of the aging indexes, the fatigue test was found to be the most sensitive method for detecting aging in the pure mixes and mixes with additives. (C) 2020 American Society of Civil Engineers.
AtıfWoS17OpenAlex15İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2019Scopus SJRQ1Performance Evaluation of Using Evotherm in SBS Modified Binder
Kök, Baha Vural; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Akpolat, Mustafa
Recently, various types of additives are being used to enhance the properties of bitumen. Until now, few researchers have handled the utilization of different additives in the same binder. In this study, styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS) and Evotherm were used both separately and in the same blend. Dynamic shear rheometer (DSR) and bending beam rheometer (BBR) tests were applied to SBS and Evotherm modified binders. SBS and Evotherm were added to pure bitumen in three different ratios. Sixteen different combinations were produced using the two additives, and a pure binder in the same binder was evaluated in the DSR test. Eight different combinations were evaluated in the BBR test. The conclusion reached was that the maximum usage of Evotherm (0.9%) induces a 20% reduction in the rutting parameter of both the 5% and 6% SBS modified binders. The 0.5% Evotherm with 4% and 5% SBS modification does not have an adverse effect on rutting performance. Evotherm modification could prevent the stiffness increment that originates from using the SBS additive, especially at high content. Using 0.7% Evotherm with 4% SBS can acquire the pure binder's low temperature performance. (c) 2019 American Society of Civil Engineers.
AtıfWoS11İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2017Investigation of Low-Temperature Behavior of Stone Mastic Asphalt Mixtures Modified with Paraffin and Crumb Rubber
Akpolat, Mustafa; Kök, Baha Vural; Yilmaz, Mehmet
In hot mix asphalts at low temperatures, cracks occur due to thermal tension and these cracks cause water to leak inside the pavement and the pavement gets deformed sooner than expected. In order to improve the properties of bituminous mixtures, mostly polymer type additives are used in the modification of the bitumen. These types of improvements usually have positive effects on the high-temperature behavior of the mixture. In this study, semi-circular bending test, which is the most commonly used method in the literature to investigate the low-temperature behavior of bituminous mixtures, was performed. In the study, the resistance of stone mastic asphalt mixtures, which were prepared with modified bitumen with a constant 3% of paraffin and various amounts of crumb rubber, to crack formation and its movement was identified. As a result, it was concluded that the effects of additives on crack formation and its movement is varied and the relation between the fractured aggregate surface areas and the fracture toughness of the mixture can be determined by the image processing method.
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İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2016Scopus SJRQ2Performance evaluation of crumb rubber and paraffin modified stone mastic asphalt
Kök, Baha Vural; Yilmaz, Mehmet; Akpolat, Mustafa
Recently, crumb rubber (CR) obtained from waste tires and Fischer-Tropsch paraffin are mostly used in bitumen modification to improve the performance of bituminous mixtures. Each of these additives affects the different properties of mixtures. There are limited studies in the literature about the combined usage of additive in the same mixture to utilize the different characteristics. In this study, the stability, stiffness, fatigue resistance, permanent deformation resistance, and moisture susceptibility characteristics of the stone mastic asphalt prepared with the bitumen modified with CR and paraffin were examined and compared with the control mixture. It was determined that CR-modified mixtures showed significantly more elastic characteristics. The mixture in which the 10% CR and 3% paraffin were used together gave better results in terms of moisture susceptibility and fatigue resistance when compared with the control mixture. It was determined that the use of paraffin together with CR contributed to the improved performance, and was in accordance with the CR in terms of mechanical characteristics of stone mastic asphalt.
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