A Cyclic Gradiant Ratio Test Device
Extensive technical paper reporting the results of gradient ratio tests of geotextiles with a device that was modified to impose dynamic cyclic flow. Authors: Avikam Hameiri and Jonathan Fannin.
A Method for Tensile Test of Geotextiles with Conf
Extensive review of the performance characteristics of woven and nonwoven geotextiles, including a presentation of a newly developed testing device and test method for testing tensile properties under confining pressure. Author: Youjiang Wang.
Classifying Rolled Erosion Control Products
Extensive paper about the classification of the various rolled erosion control products designed to help mitigate immediate erosion control problems, and provide long-term soil stabilization. Authors: Tim Lancaster and Deron Austin.
Clogging Phenomena of the Residual Soil-Geotextile
Extensive technical paper evaluating the reduction of water permeablity due to soil clogging of various needlepunch nonwoven geotextiles incorporated into different residual granite soils. Authors: In-Mo Lee and others.
Coir - An Effective Component for Consolidation
Lecture on a case study where coir geotextiles were applied in the construction of a river embankment as a horizontal blanket over vertical drains. Authors: M. Sudhakaran Pillai and C. Fernandez.
Conditioning Factors of Iron Ochre Biofilm Formati
Technical paper about field tests performed with nonwoven polyester and polypropylene, and woven polypropylene geotextiles to study the clogging of drainage systems due to the effects of microbial colonization on the solid surface of geotextile filters. Authors: Marcos Barreto de Mendonca and others.
Design and Characterization of Geotextiles for Hig
Study initiated by the National Textile Center, to evaluate the performance of woven and nonwoven geotextiles, in-situ and in-isolation, and under different loading environments. Authors: Sabit Adanur and others.
Effect of Boundery Conditions on the Hydraulic Beh
Extensive technical paper reporting the results of gradient ratio (GR) tests and hydraulic conductivity (HCR) tests performed to evaluate the effects of boundary conditions on the behaviour of geotextile soil filtration systems. Authors: Prof. Hsin-Yu Shan and others.
Engineering Use of Geotextiles
Joint Departments of the US Army and Air Force 1995 technical manual, describing various geotextiles, test methods for evaluating their proerties, and recommended design and installation procedures.
Facts on Coir: Lessons from the Past
Technical article on the contributing factors for strength retention and durability of coir products in field applications. From the Rolanka International, Inc web site. Authers: Lanka Santha P.E., and Calista Santha Ph.D.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 1
Titel page of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 2
Abstract of Patricia Ann Seay's Master of Science thesis about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 3
Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations. Acknoledgements and contents.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 4
First chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations. Literature review, descriptions of past applications, and analytical studies.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 5
Second chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, providing a detailed description of the model used in this study.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 6
Third chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, presenting the results obtained from a model with an initially flat length-to-width ratio of 2 : 1.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 7
Fourth chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, presenting the results obtained from a model with an initial flat length-to-width ratio of 5 : 1.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 8
Fifth chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, consisting of conclusions and recommendations for further research.
Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 9
Fifth chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, providing a comprehensive list of references.
GeoJute
Feature article on woven and nonwoven geotextiles made from jute fiber. History. Properties, applications and costs. List of woven and nonwoven fabric manufacturers. Author: Mr. Red Smith.
Geosynthetic Sewn Seams
Technical article focusing on the issue of sewing seams of woven and nonwoven technical fabrics for geotechnical applications. From the Amoco Fabrics and Fibers Company.
Geotextile Characterization and Pore Size Distribu
Extensive technical paper, comparing the performance of dry, hydrodynamic and wet sieving, buble point, mercury intrusion porosimetry, and image analysis test methods, to evaluate the pore size distribution of geotextiles. Authors: S.K. Bhatia and others.
Geotextile Filter in Revetment Subjected to Cyclic
Technical paper about the development of a new laboratory apparatus to investigate the influence of the hydraulic conditions on the behaviour of soil-geotextile interaction and the stability of the revetment system. Authors: Z.K. Zhao and others.
Geotextile Filtration Tests on Two Brazilian Soils
Technical paper presenting the results of filtration tests with geotextiles in combination with a uniform fine sand and a clayey fine sand. Authors: M.S.S. Almeida and others.
Geotextile Sand Containers - Successful Solutions
Technical paper about the development of alternative systems for the prevention of beach erosion, by creating soft and flexible sand filled containers, bags and tubes from geotextile fabrics. Authors: Burkard Lenze and others.
Geotextile Technical Manual
Technical manual with background material about the manufacturing of geotextiles, and detailed information on specific geotextile functions, applications and specifications. From Armtec, Ltd.
Geotextiles - A Specific Application for Biofibers
Report on the research conducted by the USDA Forest Service, to detirmine the applicability of biobased geotextiles in tree planting, vegetation establishment and erosion control. Author: Brent English.
Geotextiles and Loess; Long-Term Flow
Report on a long term flow (LTF) test, applied on geotextiles to evaluate water permeability, soil retention and soil compatibility. Authors: Paul Denkler, John Bowders and Erik Loehr.
Geotextiles as Biofilm Filters in Wastewater Treat
Doctor of Philosophy thesis about a study on the use of geotextile filters as biofilm attachment media in wastewater treatment systems. Author: Cevat Yaman.
Geotextiles Can Be Worth Their Cost in Aggregate
Extensive article about the potential for cost savings, obtained by the use of geotextile fabrics for reinforcing road decks instead of aggregate materials. From Due North Resources.
Geotextiles in Road Construction, Maintenance and
Overview of terms and definitions related to woven and nonwoven geotextiles, and their application in civil engineering and erosion control.
Global Polypropylene Nonwoven Fabrics
Commercially available study presenting a report focusing on business and technical strategic analysis of polypropylene nonwoven geotextiles, including an in-depth analysis of the status of these products and markets. From Chemical Market Resources, Inc.
Granular and Geotextile Filter Design Criteria
Technical notes from the Hong Kong Geotechnical Control Office, publishing revisions in design rules for granular filters, and the guidance on woven and nonwoven geotextiles.
Guide to Technical Textiles
Comprehensive introduction to basic, three-dimensional and directionally woven geotextiles, and composite and stitchbond nonwoven geotextile fabrics. From Karl Mayer Textilmaschinenfabrik GmbH.
Influence of Procedural Variables on the Gradient
Technical paper reporting on a detailed study to determine the relative effects and significance of variations in test details on the results of the gradient ratio test for nonwoven needlepunch and heat-bonded geotextiles. Authors: Gregory R. Fischer and others.
Influence of Strain Rate, Specimen Length and Conf
Extensive technical paper on in-isolation and in-soil tests performed on four woven and two nonwoven geotextiles to investigate the effect of strain rate, specimen length and confinement in soil on the measured strength characteristics. Authors: S.R. Boyle, M. Gallagher and R.D. Holtz.
Properties and Applications of Soil Reinforced Wit
Technical paper reporting on a laboratory research project on the use of recycled carpet and textile fibers for soil reinforcement, evaluating their effects on soil compaction characteristics and triaxial compressive behavior. Authors: Youjiang Wang and others.
The Potential Market for Sisal and Henequen Geotex
Overview of the potentials for sisal and henequen fibers to become a viable replacement or addition as raw materials for the manufacture of geotextiles. Author: Rod Smith.
Using Geotextile Fabric in Livestock Operations
Fact sheet on the proper application, installation and maintenance of geotextile fabrics for agricultural applications. From the Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the Ohio State University.
Using Geotextiles for Feeding and Traffic Surfaces
Short article about the use of nonwoven geotextiles to construct cattle feeding and traffic surfaces as a replacement for concrete. From the University of Kentucky's Cooperative Extension Service. Author: Larry W. Turner.
Utilization of Peanut Sheel Fibers in Nonwoven Ero
Original, peer reviewed paper about research focused on the utilization of fibers derived from peanut shells in the manufacture of wet-laid, latex bonded nonwoven fabrics for erosion control applications. Authors: Nicole Bieak and Brian R. George.
Water Retention Functions of Four Nonwoven Polypro
Extensive collection of technical notes of test measurements of the water retention function performed on fout different, new and cleaned polypropylene nonwoven geotextiles. Authors: J.C. Stormont and others.