Investigation into the influence of improved workability of asphalt mixture on the mechanical response and movement path characteristics of aggregate particles based on the discrete element method

Key Points

• Improved workability of asphalt mixture significantly enhances the mechanical response of aggregate particles,
• The study highlights a distinct correlation between the workability levels and movement path characteristics observed in the aggregate particles,
• Analysis using discrete element method demonstrates how different compositions affect mechanical interactions within asphalt mixtures,
• These findings indicate that enhancing workability in asphalt mixtures could lead to more durable and efficient road surfaces.