An introduction to geosynthetic engineering

Content: 1. Basic description, functions and selection of geosynthetics  1.1 Introduction  1.2 Types of geosynthetics  1.3 Basic characteristics of geosynthetics  1.4 Raw materials for geosynthetics  1.5 Manufacturing processes for geosynthetics  1.6 Functions of geosynthetics  1.6.1 Reinforcement  1.6.2 Separation  1.6.3 Filtration  1.6.4 Drainage  1.6.5 Fluid barrier  1.6.6 Protection  1.6.7 Other functions  1.7 Selection  1.8 Historical developments of geosynthetic engineering  Chapter summary  Questions for practice  References  Answers to selected questions  2. Geosynthetics - properties, applications and design concepts  2.1 Introduction  2.2 Physical properties  2.2.1 Specific gravity  2.2.2 Unit mass  2.2.3 Thickness  2.2.4 Stiffness  2.3 Mechanical properties  2.3.1 Compressibility  2.3.2 Tensile properties  2.3.3 Survivability properties  2.3.4 Soil-geosynthetic interface properties  2.4 Hydraulic properties  2.4.1 Geosynthetic pore (or opening) characteristics  2.4.2 Percentage open area  2.4.3 Permeability  2.5 Endurance and degradation properties  2.5.1 Creep  2.5.2 Abrasion  2.5.3 Long-term flow characteristics  2.5.4 Durability  2.6 Test and allowable properties  2.7 Description of geosynthetics  2.8 Application of geosynthetics  2.9 Design concepts  Chapter summary Questions for practice  References  Answers to selected questions  3. Geotechnical applications of geosynthetics  3.1 Introduction  3.2 Retaining walls  3.2.1 Basic description  3.2.2 Analysis and design concepts  3.2.3 Application guidelines  3.2.4 Case studies  3.3 Embankments  3.3.1 Basic description  3.3.2 Analysis and design concepts  3.3.3 Application guidelines  3.3.4 Case studies  3.4 Shallow foundations  3.4.1 Basic description  3.4.2 Analysis and design concepts  3.4.3 Application guidelines  3.4.4 Case studies  3.5 Slopes - stabilization  3.5.1 Basic description  3.5.2 Analysis and design concepts  3.5.3 Application guidelines  3.5.4 Case studies  Chapter summary  Questions for practice  References  Answers to selected questions  4. Hydraulic and geoenvironmental applications of geosynthetics  4.1 Introduction  4.2 Filters and drains  4.2.1 Basic description  4.2.2 Analysis and design concepts  4.2.3 Application guidelines  4.3 Slopes - erosion control  4.3.1 Basic description  4.3.2 Analysis and design concepts  4.3.3 Application guidelines  4.3.4 Case studies  4.4 Containment facilities  4.4.1 Basic description  4.4.1.1 Landfills  4.4.1.2 Ponds, reservoirs and canals  4.4.1.3 Earth dams  4.4.2 Analysis and design concepts  4.4.2.1 Landfills  4.4.2.2 Ponds, reservoirs and canals  4.4.2.3 Earth dams  4.4.3 Application guidelines  4.4.4 Case studies  4.5 Tunnels  4.5.1 Basic description  4.5.2 Analysis and design concepts  4.5.3 Application guidelines  4.5.4 Case studies  Chapter summary  Questions for practice  References  Answers to selected questions  5. Transportation applications of geosynthetics  5.1 Introduction  5.2 Unpaved roads  5.2.1 Basic description  5.2.2 Analysis and design concepts  5.2.2.1 Reinforcement function design method (RFDM)  5.2.2.2 Separation function design method (SFDM)  5.2.2.3 Modified California bearing ratio (CBR) design method  5.2.3 Application guidelines  5.2.4 Case studies  5.3 Paved roads  5.3.1 Basic description  5.3.2 Analysis and design concepts  5.3.3 Application guidelines  5.3.4 Case studies  5.4 Airfield pavements and parking lots  5.5 Railway tracks  5.5.1 Basic description  5.5.2 Analysis and design concepts  5.5.3 Application guidelines  5.5.4 Case studies  Chapter summary  Questions for practice  References  Answers to selected questions  6. Mining, agricultural and aquacultural applications of geosynthetics  6.1 Introduction 6.2 Mining applications  6.2.1 Areas of applications and types of geosynthetics  6.2.2 Basic concepts of design, construction and application guidelines  6.3 Agricultural and aquacultural applications  6.4 Geosynthetic deflection profiles and strain analysis  Chapter summary  Questions for practice  References  Answers to selected questions  7. Geosynthetic applications - general guidelines and installation survivability requirements  7.1 Introduction  7.2 Care and consideration  7.3 Geosynthetic selection  7.4 Identification and inspection  7.5 Sampling and test methods  7.6 Protection before installation  7.7 Site preparation  7.8 Geosynthetic installation  7.9 Joints/seams  7.10 Cutting of geosynthetics  7.11 Protection during construction and service life  7.12 Damage assessment and correction  7.13 Anchorage  7.14 Prestressing  7.15 Maintenance  7.16 Certification  7.17 Handling the refuse of geosynthetics  7.18 Installation survivability requirements  Chapter summary  Questions for practice  References  Answers to selected questions  8. Quality, performance monitoring and economic evaluation  8.1 Introduction  8.2 Quality and its evaluation  8.3 Field performance monitoring  8.4 Concepts of economic evaluation  8.5 Experiences of cost analysis  Chapter summary  Questions for practice  References  Answers to selected questions  9. Fibre-reinforced soils  9.1 Introduction  9.2 Basics of fibre-reinforced soil and phase concepts  9.3 Behaviour of fibre-reinforced soils  9.4 Basic reinforcement models  9.4.1 Waldron model  9.4.2 Gray and Ohashi model  9.4.3 Mahar and Gray model  9.4.4 Shukla, Sivakugan and Singh (SSS) model  9.5 Field application areas and guidelines