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Repeatability and reproducibility in geosynthetics

October 1, 2021

…+ reproducibility^2) Could you explain to me why it looks like it is contradictory? A: One wishes to have the repeatability and reproducibility as “low” as possible, hopefully in single…

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Measuring strain in geosynthetics

October 1, 2021

…Q: Currently, what is the best-known method to measure strains in geosynthetics? We are having arguments between results generated from crosshead movement and extensometers. A: This question arises…

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Residual strength of a geosynthetic clay liner

October 1, 2021

…for the residual case (Figures 1 and 2, and Tables 2–4). The GCL is proposed for use in a landfill cell with ultimately a maximum of 98 feet (30 m)…

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Using bentonite-polymer composite geosynthetic clay liners to contain CCR leachates

October 1, 2021

…1931–1940. EPRI. (2009). “Coal ash: Characteristics, management, and environmental issues.” Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto, Calif. Federal Register. (2015). 80 FR 21301, Federal Register, 21301–21501. Jo, H., Katsumi, T.,…

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Energy industries use HDPE liners for flowback water evaporation/recycling ponds

October 1, 2021

…flowback water annually generated from the oil and gas industry in an environmentally safe, less costly and efficient manner. A technology that is effective and safe is the evaporation or…

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New anchorage and connection strength tests for geosynthetics

October 1, 2021

…erosion control; and (f) long-term soil consolidation. AGS can be used not only on slopes, but also for canals, channels and levees. FIGURE 2 Lab geosynthetics connection test Anchored geosynthetic…

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Heat resistance of geomembranes

October 1, 2021

…dissipated upward and left the geomembrane in near pristine condition. By the end of the trial, we were experimenting with asphalt directly on the geomembrane. It also performed well….

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Sept. 29 is the last day to register for the ISWA Virtual World Congress 2021

September 29, 2021

…Virtual World Congress, taking place the first week of October 2021. The congress will focus on the transition toward a circular economy and the changes required. This will include discussions…

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Health and safety update: Get ready for a safe GeoNashville

September 28, 2021

…as planned, on Nov. 4–5, 2021. IFAI/GMA’s leadership and conference management team has and will continue to stay in close communication with the Music City Center (MCC), local government and health authorities, and…

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Resilient flood mitigation protects Louisiana levee system

September 24, 2021

…that using the ARMORMAX system reinforced vegetation on the earthen levees, which reduced the risk of breaching caused by wave overtopping. On Aug. 29, 2021, the upgraded levee system was…

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