Utilization of Palm Kernel Shell in Flexible Pavement for Sustainable Road Development
Student: Timothy Eneji Aroke (Project, 2025)
Department of Civil Engineering
Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State
Abstract
This study investigates the use of Palm Kernel Shells (PKS), a common agricultural waste in Nigeria, as a partial replacement for coarse aggregates in flexible pavement construction. The research aims to promote sustainable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly road development. Through laboratory tests such as Los Angeles Abrasion, Aggregate Impact, Marshall Stability, and chemical analysis using XRD and XRF, the performance of PKS in asphalt mixtures was evaluated. Results show that a 4% PKS replacement achieved the highest stability (15.70 kN), indicating enhanced strength and durability for medium-traffic roads. The findings confirm that PKS is lightweight, eco-friendly, and suitable for sustainable pavement applications.
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For the full publication, please contact the author directly at: timothy.aroke@elizadeuniversity.edu.ng
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- Redeemers University, Ede, Osun State 4
- Rhema University, Aba, Abia State 11
- Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt, Rivers State 3
- RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY, PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE 13
- Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State 2
- Saadatu Rimi College of Edu, Kumbotso, Kano State (affiliated To Abu, Zaria) 1
- Salem University, Lokoja, Kogi State 4
- School of Health Information Mgt (Uch, Ibadan), Oyo State 5
- School of Health Information Mgt, Oau Teaching Hospital, Ile-Ife, Osun State 30
- Skyline University Nigeria, Kano, Kano State 2