Application of waste rubber, oil, and rubber-oil composite in asphalt binder modification: A comprehensive review
Available online 10 January 2026
Modified asphalt binders are essential for enhancing the performance and durability of pavements. In the pursuit of sustainable road construction, incorporating waste materials, such as scrap automotive...
An interpretable deep machine learning model for crash severity prediction: Use of international big data
Available online 9 January 2026
This study sets a goal to pave the path towards a generalized (universal) crash severity prediction model through the synergy between deep learning (DL) model and international crash data. Such a model...
Performance characterization, reinforcement, and application of recycled concrete aggregates in cement concrete and asphalt mixture: A state-of-the-art review
Available online 7 January 2026
Urbanization renewal leads to a significant generation of construction and demolition waste (C&DW), predominantly concrete waste. It has been widely used as a recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) in pavement...
Exploring the role of wavelet decomposition order in deep learning-based network-wide traffic prediction
Available online 7 January 2026
The performance level of traffic control systems highly relies on accurate short-term network-wide traffic prediction. Signal processing techniques have been widely integrated with deep learning algorithms...
A review of capacity modelling techniques for large multi-lane roundabouts with weaving
Available online 7 January 2026
Multi-lane characteristics in large roundabouts promote driver lane choices, causing an interaction between entry and circulating flows called weaving. Weaving affects roundabout capacity significantly...
Investigation on the mechanism and rheological properties of phosphogypsum whisker composite modified asphalt
Available online 7 January 2026
In the domain of sustainable construction, the practice of integrating recycled solid waste into asphalt pavements has emerged as a critical innovation over recent years. This approach not only contributes...
Assessment on the environmental temperature variation induced temperature and strain effects inside cement concrete pavements based on long-term FBG monitoring information
Available online 7 January 2026
The internal information of pavement structure is difficult to be accurately obtained by mechanical theory due to the multimedia of component materials and the complex interfacial contacting conditions,...
Assessment of the effect of temperature variations in falling weight deflectometer deflections for full-depth asphalt pavements
Available online 7 January 2026
Pavement surface deflections collected from falling weight deflectometer (FWD) tests are widely used to estimate in-service pavement structural conditions and aid in pavement management systems. However,...
Online review driven route planning of green cold chain logistics: Considering service attribute preference
Available online 7 January 2026
For the long-distance cold chain transportation, this study focuses on green route planning in the cold chain multimodal transport network, considering the customers’ preferences on transport service...
Which factors compromise safety on mountainous roads: A systematic review
Available online 7 January 2026
Despite the complexity and high crash risk associated with driving on mountainous roads, there is a lack of comprehensive understanding of factors influencing driving performance and increasing risk...
Modeling pedestrian-vehicle interactions at unsignalized mid-block crosswalk under automated vehicle mixed traffic flow conditions: An agent-based approach
Available online 6 January 2026
The introduction of automated vehicles (AVs) is expected to improve the safety and traffic efficiency of the transportation system. However, the impacts of AVs on pedestrian-vehicle interactions (PVIs)...
A spatial multi-criteria approach to support the participatory design of a network for e-scooters
Available online 6 January 2026
Micromobility and, in particular, e-scooter adoption, is rapidly spreading worldwide as an effective transport mode for short trips and for the last-mile to transit access. However, the pace of growth...
Development of intelligent road markings: A review and outlook
Available online 6 January 2026
This study reviews and extends intelligent road marking systems (IRMS) by integrating advanced marking materials, sensing and detection, wireless transmission, and road-side energy provisioning to support...
Long COVID in the context of driving styles: An empirical study employing connected vehicle trajectory data
Available online 6 January 2026
This manuscript examines the "long-COVID" phenomenon, defined for this study as lasting changes in driving behavior stemming from pandemic-induced travel restrictions, particularly statewide stay-at-home...
Comparative analysis of nighttime pavement marking perception among drivers of different ages: A real-world driving study
Available online 6 January 2026
Pavement markings are essential for conveying lane boundaries, alignment, and other traffic information to drivers. Their visibility is closely tied to drivers’ visual capabilities, which often decline...
Performance indexes for characterizing driving behavior
December 2025
In infrastructure environments, the need for continuous monitoring of road safety has become paramount. However, current road geometric design rules often rely on theoretical assumptions that do not...
Vehicle emission models and their applications in China: A comprehensive review
December 2025
Road transport becomes the dominant driver behind the increase in global transport energy consumption, and consequently, vehicle emissions are a primary contributor to global climate change and atmospheric...
A review of thermal management systems of lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles
December 2025
The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has made the safe, efficient, and long-lasting operation of lithium-ion batteries a critical area of research. During operation, batteries are exposed...
Bio-based polymer modified asphalt: Current status and challenges
December 2025
Polymers have been widely used in asphalt materials. Currently, many scholars have used bio-based materials instead of petroleum-based materials to synthesize bio-based polymer-modified asphalt. This...
Algorithm-based runway configuration management: A comprehensive ADS-B data analysis
December 2025
Airports with multiple runway options must balance efficiency and safety by selecting the best runway configuration, considering factors like traffic volume and operational demands, to ensure the smooth...
Adhesive properties between recycled concrete aggregate and asphalt
December 2025
The unique surface microscopic morphology (SMM) and chemical composition of recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) would affect its adhesion to asphalt. This research utilized a laser microscope system (LMS)...
Synergistic enhancement of bituminous concrete mixture performance with polypropylene granule modified binder and rice husk ash as mineral filler substitute
December 2025
Flexible pavements are typically constructed as layered systems, wherein high-quality materials are utilized in the surface layers while low quality materials are employed in the base layers. The use...
Generative models for the evolution of transportation systems
December 2025
The rapid acceleration of big data and artificial intelligence has spurred the application of advanced machine learning methods to address multifaceted transportation challenges. Among these, generative...
Influence of microwave energy on temperature field distribution and properties evolution characteristics of cement mortar containing magnetite
December 2025
To improve the microwave absorption ability of cement mortar, this study focused on the preparation of magnetite cement mortar (MCM) with magnetite as the main absorbing material. The electromagnetic...
A review of porous elastic road surface as ultra-low noise pavement
December 2025
Porous elastic road surface (PERS), with its high porosity and elasticity, has emerged as one of the most effective low-noise pavements, garnering considerable attention. This paper reviews the latest...