Exploring Modern Trends and Future Challenges in Pervious Concrete Engineering
Keywords:
Pervious concrete, sustainable construction, stormwater management, permeability, durability.Abstract
Pervious concrete has emerged as a sustainable construction material addressing urban stormwater management challenges and environmental concerns. This comprehensive review analyzes current advances, identifies existing challenges, and explores future research directions in pervious concrete technology through a systematic meta-analysis of recent literature. The study examines 150+ peer-reviewed publications from 2015-2024, focusing on material properties, mix design optimization, durability characteristics, and field performance. Key findings reveal significant improvements in permeability rates (15-25% increase), compressive strength enhancement (20-30% improvement), and durability performance through innovative additives and modified mix proportions. However, challenges persist in standardization of testing methods, long-term performance prediction, and cost-effectiveness compared to conventional concrete. The analysis identifies critical research gaps including limited field studies, inadequate durability data, and insufficient consideration of regional climate variations. Future research directions emphasize the development of hybrid pervious concrete systems, integration of recycled materials, smart concrete technologies with self-healing capabilities, and comprehensive life-cycle assessment frameworks. The review concludes that while pervious concrete technology shows promising potential for sustainable infrastructure development, coordinated research efforts addressing durability concerns, standardization issues, and economic viability are essential for widespread adoption in construction industry applications.
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