Implementation of Recycled-Aerogel Composite in Construction and Transportation Infrastructure

This research project aims to enhance the durability and longevity of transportation infrastructure through the innovative use of Recycled-Aerogel Composite (RaC). As climate change challenges escalate, the need for resilient construction materials has become crucial. RaC has shown promise in preliminary studies at Arizona State University, demonstrating significant improvements in pavement insulating properties, which can reduce thermal stress and extend pavement lifespan. By addressing the pressing issues of rising temperatures and resource depletion, this project aligns with NCIT’s focus on "Improving Durability and Extending the Life of Transportation Infrastructure" and the topical pillar "Infrastructure Durability and Resiliency." The implementation of RaC not only optimizes raw material consumption but also minimizes CO2 emissions, supporting environmental stewardship. This project seeks to fill gaps in existing research by providing a sustainable solution that enables transportation assets to withstand and recover from both natural and manmade disruptions. The anticipated impacts of this project include improved pavement performance, reduced environmental impact, and a pathway toward broader adoption of sustainable materials in the construction industry.

Language

• English

Project

• Status: Active
• Funding: $237,828.00
• Contract Numbers:

  69A3552344813

  69A3552348318

• Sponsor Organizations:

  Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology

  University Transportation Centers Program
  Department of Transportation
  Washington, DC  United States  20590
• Managing Organizations:

  National Center for Infrastructure Transformation

  Prairie View A&M University
  Prairie View, TX  United States  77446
• Performing Organizations:

  Arizona State University, Tempe

  Tempe, AZ  United States 
• Principal Investigators:

  Kaloush, Kamil

  Obando, Carlos

• Start Date: 20260601
• Expected Completion Date: 20280531
• Actual Completion Date: 20280531
• USDOT Program: University Transportation Centers
• Source Data: 03-34-ASU

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Construction and maintenance; Pavement performance; Recycled materials; Sustainable development; Thermal stresses
• Subject Areas: Construction; Maintenance and Preservation; Materials; Pavements;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 02001916
• Record Type: Research project
• Source Agency: National Center for Infrastructure Transformation
• Contract Numbers: 69A3552344813, 69A3552348318
• Files: UTC, RIP
• Created Date: Sep 10 2026 8:51AM