Real-time characterization of fumes emitted from asphalt mixtures incorporating reclaimed asphalt pavement.
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| Title: | Real-time characterization of fumes emitted from asphalt mixtures incorporating reclaimed asphalt pavement. |
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| Authors: | Bou Saad, Maria1 (AUTHOR) maria.bou-saad@univ-amu.fr, Temime-Roussel, Brice1 (AUTHOR), Gaudefroy, Vincent2 (AUTHOR), Terrier, Jean-Philippe2 (AUTHOR), Burban, Olivier2 (AUTHOR), Durand, Amandine1 (AUTHOR), Pevere, Audrey3 (AUTHOR), Wortham, Henri1 (AUTHOR), Doumenq, Pierre1 (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Journal of Hazardous Materials. May2026, Vol. 509, pN.PAG-N.PAG. 1p. |
| Subjects: | Asphalt pavement recycling, Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, Volatile organic compounds, Continuous emission monitoring, Real-time computing, Temperature effect, Occupational exposure, Bitumen |
| Abstract: | Asphalt production generates fumes classified by the IARC as possibly carcinogenic (Group 2B) containing a wide range of volatile and semi-volatile compounds, including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and their derivatives. As the incorporation of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) increases to meet circular economy goals, uncertainties remain regarding the influence of aged or potentially contaminated binders on emissions due to limited road traceability. While offline analytical methods provide detailed molecular information, they remain limited when addressing exposure-relevant aspects, highlighting the need for real-time measurements. In this study, a pilot-scale mixing system simulating asphalt production under controlled conditions was used to investigate six formulations (virgin aggregates or a mixture of virgin aggregates and RAP) at 140 °C and 160 °C. Emissions were monitored by an SMPS coupled to a PTR-ToF-MS operated either in standalone mode or coupled to a Charon inlet, enabling real-time characterization of gaseous and particulate organic species, respectively. A total of 43 compounds were assigned and quantified based on their mass spectra, providing a detailed overview of emitted VOCs, PAHs, and PAH derivatives. Increasing the temperature from 140 °C to 160 °C resulted in higher emission levels, particularly for high-molecular-weight PAHs and PAH derivatives. RAP-containing mixtures also exhibited higher emissions and a broader particle size range (100–400 nm) compared to mixtures made of virgin aggregates. This study demonstrates that both RAP and temperature significantly influence emission levels and composition, highlighting the value of online analysis for understanding asphalt emissions in future assessments of occupational exposure. [Display omitted] • Real-time techniques were used to characterize organic emissions from asphalt mixtures. • Gas- and particle-phase emissions were measured under realistic production conditions. • The influence of reclaimed asphalt pavement and production temperature was evaluated. • PAHs and their derivatives were identified in asphalt fume emissions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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