Abstract:This study systematically investigated the deterioration mechanisms of modified rubber recycled aggregate concrete (MRRAC) subjected to elevated temperatures ranging from 25℃ to 600℃, with particular focus on quality loss, compressive strength degradation, and toughness evolution. The thermal damage mechanisms at the microscale were comprehensively characterized through scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis. The experimental results demonstrated that: (1) Pretreatment of rubber particles with 10% sodium hydroxide solution significantly enhanced the post-high-temperature compressive performance and toughness of recycled aggregate concrete, with a 58% im-provement in compressive strength observed at 450℃ compared to untreated specimens; (2) A predictive model for the residual compressive strength ratio of MRRAC was developed by incorporating key parameters including the replacement rate of recycled aggregates and rubber content; (3) The fundamental mechanism underlying the improved high-temperature resistance was revealed. The softening and decomposition of rubber particles created pore structures within the concrete matrix, which effectively expanded the release channels for internal free water and bound water, thereby reducing the internal-external pressure gradient and mitigating thermal damage.