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@article{205120,
        author = {T.Naga Seshu Babu and Gangurde Nandini Ashok and Patil Snehal Prakash and Matale Omkar Rajendra and Vasave Sandesha Virsing},
        title = {EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION ON PROPERTIES OF PERMEABLE CONCRETE PAVEMENT USING PLASTIC WASTE},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {1},
        pages = {5892-5898},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=205120},
        abstract = {The increasing generation of plastic waste and the growing need for sustainable pavement systems have encouraged the development of innovative construction materials. This study investigates the properties of permeable concrete pavement incorporating Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) plastic waste as a partial replacement for coarse aggregate. Permeable concrete is widely recognized for its ability to reduce surface runoff and enhance groundwater recharge through its interconnected void structure.
In this research, LDPE plastic waste was used at replacement levels of 0%, 5%, 10%, and 15% by weight of coarse aggregate. Concrete specimens were prepared and tested for compressive strength, permeability, density, void ratio, and water absorption. The experimental results showed that compressive strength decreased from 24.8 MPa to 16.7 MPa with increasing plastic content, while permeability increased from 3.8 mm/s to 7.1 mm/s. Similarly, void ratio and water absorption increased, whereas density decreased due to the lightweight nature of plastic waste.
The findings indicate that the incorporation of LDPE plastic waste improves the hydraulic performance of permeable concrete but reduces its mechanical strength. Among the mixes studied, the 5–10% plastic replacement level provided the most suitable balance between strength and permeability. Therefore, plastic-modified permeable concrete can be effectively utilized for low-volume traffic applications such as footpaths, parking areas, pedestrian walkways, and landscaping pavements.
The study demonstrates a sustainable approach for plastic waste management while promoting the development of eco-friendly and permeable pavement systems, contributing to environmental protection and sustainable infrastructure development.},
        keywords = {Permeable Concrete, LDPE Plastic Waste, Sustainable Pavement, Compressive Strength, Permeability, Groundwater Recharge, Waste Management.},
        month = {June},
        }