A Review on Carbon Fiber Road
Author : Sandeep Nale, Vishwajeet Chandrarao Desai, Vishwanath Shiudkar and Pruthviraj Patil
Abstract :
Carbon fiber has emerged as a ground breaking material in transportation infrastructure due to its high tensile strength, low density, corrosion resistance, and long-term durability, positioning it as a superior alternative to steel reinforcement in modern roadway construction and rehabilitation efforts. Every recent study demonstrates that carbon-fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRP) enhance mechanical performance, extend structural service life, and significantly reduce maintenance requirements when applied in pavements, bridge decks, overlays, and structural road components. Researchers consistently highlight that CFRP systems improve fatigue resistance, crack control, environmental resilience, and load-carrying capacity, making them increasingly attractive for sustainable and durable road infrastructure. The growing demand for resilient, low-maintenance road networks motivates global adoption of carbon fiber materials in both new construction and repair scenarios. This review synthesizes the current state of knowledge on carbon fiber road applications, examines the mechanical and structural benefits, discusses challenges and limitations, and evaluates technological progress in the field. The article further provides a comprehensive methodology describing how existing literature was assessed and identifies critical research gaps that must be addressed to enhance adoption, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of carbon fiber technology in road construction and maintenance.
Keywords :
Carbon fiber, carbon-fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRP), infrastructure.
