Study of the mechanical properties of asphalt and old motorcycle inner tube mixture

Abstract

 This research studied the mechanical properties of asphalt and old motorcycle inner tube mixture, whereas the percentage of the inner tube 0-5 % in compare with the total weight of the mixture has been assigned. The mixture has been tested for 1) penetration 2) softening point and 3) ductility. The laboratory results show that by increasing the percentage of the inner tube, the penetration is increased. The softening point is decreased and the ductility is reduced as well. For working, it is recommended that the old inner tube 1.5% should be used, because it can provide the standard requirement for the ductility test.