Characteristics and Rheological Properties of Smoke Suppression of XT-L/OMMT-Modified Asphalt
摘要
High-temperature asphalt production volatile organic chemicals (VOCs) emissions. This study developed a composite modifier combining organic montmorillonite (OMMT) with paraffin-based (XT-L) to simultaneously suppress emissions and enhance workability. Rheological analysis demonstrated that the XT-L/OMMT system improved high-temperature performance while reducing viscosity compared to OMMT-modified asphalt. Multiple analytical techniques (X-ray diffractometer (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Gel permeation chromatography (GPC), Pyrolysis gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (PY-GC/MS)) confirmed physical blending dominated the modification process, forming an exfoliated structure that retained light components. The composite modified asphalt showed broader molecular weight distribution with increased low-MW content (34.5% vs. control’s 30.8%), effectively suppressing small-molecule volatilization. VOCs emissions decreased by 48.7% (OMMT) and 36.9% (XT-L/OMMT) versus base asphalt. The synergistic mechanism combines OMMT’s physical entrapment of volatiles with XT-L’s viscosity reduction, achieving dual environmental and practical benefits. Results verify the composite system blocks VOCs release through component stabilization (45.2% light component retention) and emission pathway interruption, providing an eco-friendly solution that maintains workability while reducing environmental impacts.