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Drainage Geocomposite Applications
February 1st, 2024
Q: Do you have any case history information where a geocomposite was used as an underdrain below flat-plate, upstream armoring on an embankment dam? Specifically, I am looking for any long-term performance information (good or bad) and how much of that system (if any) may have had to be replaced due to poor performance issues […]
Improving the performance of geosynthetic reinforced SRW by design
February 1st, 2024
FIGURE 1 Geogrid reinforced segmental wall, about 3.6 m (12 feet) design height, typically utilized in the private sector. Note the unreinforced broken backslope which has moderate rise. In many cases such backslope is rather steep, 1(v):2(h), and long thus rendering significant rise. The wall in this photo is located in a highly seismic area […]
Premier Product Showcase 2024
February 1st, 2024
Here is your first look at some of the new products and services that will be available from companies in 2024. Information for this special section was provided by companies who submitted materials to us before the publication deadline. All photographs are courtesy of the company listing the product/service. Geotechnical Frontiers is coming back in […]
Geotechnical Frontiers’ Louisville takeover
February 1st, 2024
Start making your travel plans for joining the geo takeover of Louisville, Ky., in 2025 with 2,200 of your favorite geotechnical professionals. The Kentucky International Convention Center is the home base for all things related to the conference, including a huge array of technical presentations, networking opportunities and 200+ suppliers. Just a few blocks away […]
Fall Lobby Days 2023
February 1st, 2024
GMA’s Fall 2023 Lobby Days coincided with the end (November 17) of the first 2023 continuing resolution (CR) that was passed in September ’23 to prevent a shutdown of the U.S. federal government. We were anticipating an exciting week in Washington, D.C., but as we gathered for our preparation meeting the evening before our day […]
Wildlife and environmentally friendly RECPs
February 1st, 2024
FIGURE 1 (TOP) Excelsior RECP with natural, biodegradable, wildlife, and environmentally friendly lightly woven jute netting installed across a bio-sensitive floodplain. Wildlife and environmentally friendly rolled erosion control products (RECPs) have been a focus of the Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) for decades and will continue to be. ECTC is a leading industry organization and […]
New test method for controlling the manufactured geometry of geosynthetics
February 1st, 2024
Figure 1a: Photograph of uniaxial geogrid The Geosynthetic Institute (GSI) has a new test method for determining bow and skew of geosynthetics. This method was created to give installers and product users a way to quantify the geometric quality control of goods they have purchased. Geosynthetics are ever increasingly integrated into transportation, geotechnical and environmental […]
IGS North America Update: Renewing membership
February 1st, 2024
One of the most significant impacts you can have on your field is to renew your professional memberships early in the year. This gives organizations the funding they need to continue providing education and networking opportunities, promote the issues that support your work, offer scholarships, etc. IGS North America (IGS-NA) encourages you to ensure that […]
Structural asphalt reinforcement in Wassenaar, The Netherlands
February 1st, 2024
Tensar AX5-GN is used as an anti-cracking measure for the structural reinforcement, stress dispersion and water resistance of asphalt overlays. A layer of bitumen emulsion is spread over the bottom layer. Photo courtesy of Vincent van der Wielen, Joosten Groep. Municipalities are responsible for public space. Management plans describe which measures must be taken for […]