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A forensic hypothetical: The case of the percolating water

April 1, 2008

…time effects is beyond the scope of this article, but it will not change the lesson learned about the potential impact of even a small amount of percolating water. Conclusions…

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Geomembrane sealing systems for dams

April 1, 2008

…hundred (100) cases are of this general type. As seen in the table, a relatively high number of fill dams use GSS without being covered (44 cases), i.e., in an…

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Repairing Yi-Lan-I Road in Taiwan

April 1, 2008

…that blends into the hilly countryside. After nearly 2 years in use, the asphalt remains unbroken, and no significant settlement has been detected. Working in Taiwan Taiwan’s hilly geography and…

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Geomembrane thickness

April 1, 2008

…From the GMA Techline Subject: Geomembrane thickness— We have been designing an ash pond for a thermal- electric plant, where we intend to use an HDPE geomembrane for…

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Review and analysis of GRI-21 Conference

April 1, 2008

…had seven presentations. Use of geosynthetics in agricultural activities in Taiwan are impressive. The use of large bags for silage and capture of animal waste for gas generation and on-farm…

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Taking issue with recommendations

April 1, 2008

…the summary and recommendations section provides misleading statements. The author writes, “As per the GRI’s White Paper of April 2005: Do not use GCLs with needlepunched nonwoven geotextiles on both…

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Request-for-Proposals

April 1, 2008

…the nine-person Board of Directors of GSI. For information on the Institute, visit us at the following Web site: www.geosynthetic-institute.org. Robert M. Koerner, Ph.D., P.E., NAE, Director—Geosynthetic Institute, robert.koerner@coe.drexel.edu. Jamie…

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Three challenges in using SRWs and other reinforced-soil structures: Part 2A

February 1, 2008

…buried utility is simplified and has minimal effects on the MSE structure. Maintenance of utilities buried within or below the geosynthetic-reinforced mass will require removal and replacement of that portion…

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Geocomposite cover for sulfide tailings

February 1, 2008

…sulfide tailings, substantially reducing acid generation and metal leaching effects from within the tailings. The final design incorporated waste rock, sand, gravel layers, a geosynthetic clay liner (GCL), clay, and…

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Rep. Heath Shuler receives award from GMA

February 1, 2008

…with the use of geosynthetic materials. From the Geosynthetic Materials Association, we appreciate your support very much.” Shuler has extensive experience with geosynthetics through his previous work as a land…

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