MARC Project Leaders

Dr. Hussain U. Bahia
Modified asphalts; asphalt characterization, assessment and validation

Andrew Hanz
Reduced temperature asphalt mixes

Barry Kuzay
Mixtures and binders

Dr. Enad Mahmoud
Noise and friction, recycled asphalt pavement, warm mixes

Tim Miller
Sustainability; energy analysis

Dr. Raul Velasquez
Low temperature binder and mixture characterization

 

 

 

 

Professor Hussain Bahia

  
Following his internationally recognized contributions on asphalt binder technologies for Superpave, Dr. Bahia emerged as a pioneer and leading expert in studying and evaluation of modified asphalts. Recognizing the limits of traditional asphalts, Dr. Bahia focuses on several aspects of asphalts modified with polymer additives: performance testing and improvement, design-to-application requirements, and reduction of energy consumption through low-temperature compaction and extended pavement life. In his current role as Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UW-Madison, he has taught several graduate courses and was instrumental in the development of the university’s asphalt research program. To learn more about Dr. Bahia's background and professional affiliations, as well as the courses he teaches at UW-Madison, please see his profile page at the CEE Department's Web site.
Dr. Hussain Bahia

Selected Research


Johnson, C. M., H. U. Bahia, and H. Wen, "Practical Application of Viscoelastic Continuum Damage Theory to Asphalt Binder Fatigue Characterization." Accepted for publication by the Association of Asphalt Paving Technologists, 2009.

Schmitt, R. L., C. M. Johnson, H. U. Bahia, and A. J. Hanz, "Effects of Temperature and Compaction Effort on Field and Lab Densification of HMA." Accepted for publication by the Association of Asphalt Paving Technologists, 2009.

Delgadillo, R., and H. U. Bahia, “Effects of temperature and pressure on hot mixed asphalt compaction: Field and laboratory study.” Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, v20, no. 6, p. 440-448, 2008.

Faheem, A. F., H. Wen, L. Stephenson, and H. U. Bahia, “Effect of Mineral Filler on Damage Resistance Characteristics of Asphalt Binders.” J. Assn. Asphalt Paving Technologists, v78, 2008.

Ojo, J. O., D. O. Fratta, H. U. Bahia, C. Daranga, and M. Marasteanu, “Thermo-Volumetric Properties of Asphalt Binders and Mixtures.” Proc. of the 6th RILEM International Conference on Cracking in Pavements, 2008.

Bahia, H. U., and C. Daranga, “Advancements in the Characterization of Polymer Modified Asphalts.” 5th Mexican Asphalt Congress, 2007.

Bahia, H. U., and A. F. Faheem, “Using the Superpave Gyratory Compactor to Estimate Rutting Resistance of Hot-Mix Asphalt.” Transportation Research E-Circular, no. E-C124, p. 45-61, 2007.

Bahia, H., A. Hanz, K. Kanitpong, and H. Wen. Test Method to Determine Aggregate/Asphalt Adhesion Properties and Potential Moisture Damage. Report WHRP 07-02. Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2007.

Cho , D.-W., and H. U. Bahia, “Effects of Aggregates’ Surface and Water on Rheology of Asphalt Films.” Proceedings from the 86th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board, 2007.

Christensen, D. W., R. McQueen, and H. U. Bahia, “Selection of High-Temperature Binder PG Grades for Airfield Pavements.” FAA Worldwide Airport Technology Transfer Conference, 2007.

Delgadillo, R., A. Motamed, and H. Bahia. Field Validation of Wisconsin Modified Binder Selection Guidelines. Report 0092-03-13. Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2007.
Faheem, A. F., and H. U. Bahia, “Compaction and Tenderness of HMA Mixtures: A Laboratory Study.” Proceedings from the 86th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board, 2007.

Johnson, C. M., H. U. Bahia, and H. Wen. Evaluation of Strain-Controlled Asphalt Binder Fatigue Testing in the Dynamic Shear Rheomete. Proc., 4th International SIIV Congress, 2007.

Kanitpong, K., S. Sonthong, K. Nam, W. Martono, and H. U. Bahia, “Laboratory Study on Warm-Mix Asphalt Additives.” Proceedings from the 86th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board, 2007.

Martono ,W., H. U. Bahia, and J. D’Angelo, “Effect of testing geometry on measuring fatigue of asphalt binders and mastics.” Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, v19, no. 9, p. 746-752, 2007.

Mahmoud, A. F. F., and H. Bahia. Using the Gyratory Compactor to Measure Mechanical Stability of Asphalt Mixtures. Report WHRP 05-02. Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2004.

Bahia, H. U., D. I. Hanson, M. Zeng, H. Zhai, M. A. Khatri, and R. M. Anderson. NCHRP Report 459: Characterization of Modified Asphalt Binders in Superpave Mix Design. TRB, National Research Council, Washington, D.C., 2001.