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Geosynthetics in civil engineering

Edited by R W Sarsby, University of Wolverhampton, UK

Woodhead Publishing Series in Textiles No. 57

 - discusses the fundamentals of geosynthetics
 - examines various applications in areas such as filters, separators, landfills and foundation materials
 - reviews quality assurance and the service life of geosynthetics

Geosynthetics are man-made polymer-based materials which facilitate cost effective building, environmental, transportation and other construction projects. Given their versatility, geosynthetics are a vital material in all aspects of civil engineering.

The first section of the book covers the fundamentals of geosynthetics. Chapters discuss the design and durability of geosynthetics together with their material properties and international standards governing their use. Building on these foundations, part two examines the various applications of geosynthetics in areas such as filters, separators, landfills, barriers and foundation materials. The book concludes by reviewing methods of quality assurance and the service life of geosynthetics.

Written by an international team of contributors, Geosynthetics in civil engineering is an essential reference to all those involved in civil engineering.

Published in association with The Textile Institute

£155.00 / US$265.00 / €185.00

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About the editor

Professor R W Sarsby is the Section Leader for Civil Engineering (SEBE) at the internationally acclaimed University of Wolverhampton, UK.

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Contents

PART 1 GENERAL ISSUES
PART 2 APPLICATIONS

PART 1 GENERAL ISSUES

The design principles of geosynthetics
R M Koerner, Geosynthetic Research Institute, USA
 - Introduction
 - Past practice in geosynthetics design
 - Present practice in geosynthetics design
 - Possible future practice in geosynthetics design
 - Summary and conclusions
 - Acknowledgements
 - References

The material properties of geosynthetics
S W Perkins, Montana State University, USA
 - Introduction
 - Physical properties
 - Mechanical properties
 - Hydraulic properties
 - Endurance properties
 - Degradation
 - Further information
 - References

The durability of geosynthetics
R M Koerner, G R Koerner and Y G Hsuan, Geosynthetic Research Institute, USA
 - Introduction
 - Mechanisms of degradation
 - Accelerated testing methods
 - Conclusions
 - Acknowledgements
 - References

National and international standards governing geosynthetics
L D Suits, North American Geosynthetics Society, USA
 - Why standardization
 - Types of standards
 - Standards Development Organizations (SDOs)
 - Geosynthetic standards
 - Future trends
 - Conclusions
 - References

PART 2 APPLICATIONS

Multi-functional uses of geosynthetics in civil engineering
C Jones, formerly University of Newcastle, UK
 - Introduction
 - Composite geosynthetics
 - Smart geosynthetics
 - Active geosynthetics
 - Future trends
 - Sources of further information
 - References

The use of geosynthetics as filters in civil engineering
J Fannin, University of British Columbia, Canada
 - Introduction
 - Compatibility requirements
 - Material properties for design
 - Design criteria
 - Specification of materials
 - Construction considerations
 - Sources of further information
 - Future trends
 - References

The use of geosynthetics as separators in civil engineering
W Wilmers, Consultant, Germany
 - Introduction
 - Applications
 - Requirements for geotextiles
 - Requirements for fill material
 - Construction
 - References
 - Regulations

The use of geosynthetics in landfill applications
T Meggyes, Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing, Germany
 - Waste separation and pre-treatment
 - Landfill concepts.Landfill phases
 - Landfill liners
 - Design considerations for earthen liners
 - Design considerations for geomembrane liners
 - Drainage systems
 - Landfill gas generation and management
 - Cut-off walls
 - Safety analysis of landfill liners
 - Acknowledgement
 - Sources of further information

The use of geosynthetics as barrier materials in civil engineering
H Zanziger, SKZ-TeConA GmbH, Germany
 - History
 - Products
 - Design
 - Hydraulic applications
 - Tunnelling
 - Transportation
 - Landfills
 - Construction of GBRs
 - References

The use of geosynthetics to improve the performance of foundations in civil engineering
J G Collins, The Collin Group Ltd, USA
 - Introduction
 - Column supported embankments
 - Advantages and disadvantages of CSE
 - Design concepts
 - Geosynthetic reinforced soil foundations
 - References

Quality assurance for geosynthetic materials
D Smith, Edge Consultants UK Ltd, UK
 - Introduction
 - Definitions
 - Responsibilities
 - Design aspects
 - Manufacturing quality control
 - Installation / construction
 - Benefits
 - Costs
 - Future trends and sources of further information
 - References

Limited design life in geosynthetic materials
R W Sarsby, University of Wolverhampton, UK
 - Introduction
 - Limited life of geotextile concept
 - Natural fibres as industrial materials
 - Agro-industrial fibres
 - Vegetable fibre characteristics
 - Erosion control
 - Basal reinforcement of embankments on soft soil
 - Conclusions
 - References