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16 articles for “Geosynthetic”
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Evaluation of Equal Settlements of Geosynthetic Reinforced Piled Embankment
Abstract: Geosynthetic-Reinforced Pile-Supported Embankments (GRPSE) have emerged as an effective alternative to traditional geotechnical methods Constructing of piled embankments on soft soils. Design of pile-reinforced embankments and evaluation of plane of equal settlements is critical in the case of soft soils. If the embankment height exceeds the height of the plane of the equal settlements, settlements cannot be seen on the pavement, otherwise, differential settlements may be observed on the pavement. …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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CBR Characteristics of Layered Black Cotton Soil Stabilized with Red Stone Dust and Geosynthetics
Abstract: Geosynthetic materials play a pivotal role in addressing the challenges associated with black cotton soil, a problematic soil type prone to volume changes and exhibiting high plasticity. The primary objective is to enhance the strength properties of black cotton soil through a two-step process. Initially, the soil is stabilized by incorporating varying percentages (5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, and 35%) of red stone dust waste. Subsequently, to prepare the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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POLYMER AND COMPOSITE-BASED GEOSYNTHETIC REINFORCEMENTS FOR SEISMIC STABILITY OF SOIL RETAINING STRUCTURES: MATERIALS, MECHANICS, AND PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Abstract: Geosynthetic materials based on polymer and composites have become important items for the structural performance and seismic resilience of the reinforced soil retaining systems. Mechanically stabilized earth walls in recent geotechnical engineering practice are increasingly based on enhanced polymeric reinforcements for enhanced tensile strength, durability, flexibility, and energy dissipation under dynamic loading. High-density polyethylene, polypropylene, polyester, and fiber-reinforced polymer composites are usually used. The present review focus on the recent …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Geosynthetic polymeric material Reinforced Model Shallow Foundation's Monotonic and Cyclic Uplift Response Affected by Ground Inclination
Abstract: The foundation system of any structure is vital for ensuring safety, serviceability, and performance, particularly when subjected to vertical and uplift forces. While conventional foundations are primarily designed to resist compressive loads, structures such as transmission towers, offshore platforms, buried pipelines, retaining systems, and marine facilities are frequently subjected to uplift forces generated by wind, waves, buoyancy, and cyclic loading. Under such conditions, the uplift resistance of soil and uplift …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Effect of Particle Size of Sand on the Interface Shear Behavior of Sand and Non-woven Geotextile
Abstract: Soil-geosynthetic interface is the weakest zone for shear failure. It is influenced by size, shape, density and water content of sand. It is also influenced by the properties of geosynthetic such as texture and structure. This paper explores the influence of the size of sand on the behavior of sand-geotextile interface. Three types of sands namely coarse, medium and fine sand and non-woven geotextile were used in this study. Several …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering Read article
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Effect of Layering of Reinforcement on Bearing Capacity of Shallow Footing Resting on Sand
Abstract: The study was done to investigate the performance of reinforced soil foundation. The construction of reinforced soil foundation has a cost effective alternative to conventional methods. Performance characteristics were improved by using one or more layers of non-woven geotextile placed beneath the footing to create a composite material. The reinforcement in the soil interacts with the soil and is resisted by friction, adhesion or passive / bearing capacity. To study …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Effect of Particle Size of Sand on the Interface Shear Behavior of Sand and Non-Woven Geotextile
Abstract: Soil-geosynthetic interface is the weakest zone for shear failure. It is influenced by size, shape, density and water content of sand. It is also influenced by the properties of geosynthetic such as texture and structure. This paper explores the influence of the size of sand on the behavior of sand-geotextile interface. Three types of sands namely coarse, medium and fine sand and non-woven geotextile were used in this study. Several …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 44–54 Read article
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Effect of the Position of Geotextiles on the Strength Characteristics of Subgrade Soil in Bituminous Pavements
Abstract: In the past 20 years, many new road improvement techniques have revolved around the use of geosynthetics. Geosynthetics may be used in those areas where the soil remains saturated part of the year or over clay and moist silty weak subgrade soils. The quality and life of pavement is greatly affected by the type of subgrade, subbase and base course materials. Subgrade soil is the bottom most layer of the …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Resilient Characteristics of Modified Subgrade Soil
Abstract: AbstractThe problems with poor subgrade soil which is considered as the foundation for the flexible pavement regarding the deformation under load repetitions is a major concern for road engineers. The Poor subgrade soil may be improved by stabilization or implication of soil reinforcements. In this work, the pneumatic repeated loading testing techniques has been implemented for assessing the influence of both techniques on the resilient characteristics of subgrade soil. Cutback …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Dynamic Behavior of Asphalt Stabilized and Grid Reinforced Subgrade Soil
Abstract: The impact of repeated loading (punching shear) on Asphalt stabilized and grid reinforced subgrade soil have been investigated in this study. Specimens of 152mm diameter and 116 mm in height have been prepared, cured, and then tested using the pneumatic repeated load system PRLS. The deformation-load repetitions data were recorded for each case. Data were fed to the finite element software for the modeling process. An assessment was conducted to …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Impact of Red Stone Dust and Polymer Fabric in Enhancing the Properties of Black Cotton Soil
Abstract: To enhance the mechanical properties of problematic black cotton soil, engineers are focusing on reinforcing the soil with geosynthetic materials. This attention is particularly directed towards improving the strength characteristics of black cotton soil, given its inherent challenges associated with volume changes and plasticity. In this comprehensive study, red stone dust waste is introduced in varying percentages ranging from 5% to 35% to stabilize the black cotton soil. The goal …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 35–43 Read article
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Geotechnical Influence Factors in Empirical Design of Highway Pavement: The A123 Ilorin – Lokoja Highway, Nigeria Case Studies
Abstract: Site investigation and application of geological and geotechnical influence factors on the highway were investigated. Method involved field sampling, geotechnical laboratory and x-ray diffraction analysis and use of SRTM extracted slope and drainage parameters; and their integration in a GIS based multi-criteria decision analysis to derive a subgrade suitability map as a design tool. The suitability criteria classified the highway into four (4) design sections. Section one for very low …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 53–70 Read article
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An Experimental Study on The Effect of Geopolymeric Composite Reinforcement on Soil Subgrade for Flexible Pavements
Abstract: The use of geo-synthetics, such as geotextiles, has the potential to enhance the inherent engineering and geotechnical properties of subgrade soils that exhibit poor conditions. The use of geotextiles in pavement construction has many advantages, including enhanced subgrade strength and the ability to construct flexible pavements that are both efficient and cost-effective since it reduces the pavement thickness. In the realm of flexible pavement system development, the significance of subgrade …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 132–140 Read article
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Role of Clay Liners in Municipal Solid Waste Landfills: A Review
Abstract: Rapid population growth has significantly increased the generation of municipal solid waste (MSW) in urban and suburban regions. Disposal of MSW in landfills without proper liner systems may lead to leachate migration and subsequent contamination of groundwater and surrounding soils. The use of liner systems at the base of landfills is therefore essential to minimize leachate percolation and protect the environment. Geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs) and compacted clay liners (CCLs) …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 50–56 Read article
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CBR Behaviour of Soil Treated with Class ‘F’ Fly Ash
Abstract: Disposal of fly ash available at thermal power stations is not only a serious national issue but also causes endanger to the mankind if not properly utilized and handled. The study aims at making effective utilization of Class ‘F’ fly ash by mixing with soil in suitable proportions and showcasing its usage to be adopted in subgrade as well as subbase components in pavement infrastructures. Silty sand was mixed with …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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LOAD SETTLEMENT BEHAVIOUR OF LOOSE GRANULAR SOIL FILL WITH RUBBER NODED BAMBOO GRID
Abstract: Soil Reinforcement is the widely accepted technique to improve the bearing capacity of challenging sites. There are various natural as well as synthetic material available as reinforcement for soil. Nowadays geosynthetic reinforced granular fill material is widely used in soft sub grade soil. This manuscript deals with the experimental studies carried out to explore the possibility of using naturally available bamboo as a geogrid to increase the bearing capacity of …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 24–30 Read article