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GEOMEMBRANE USE IN TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS

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00495513

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Abstract:

Included in this review paper is a brief introduction to geomembranes, their production, the resulting properties, and the current market demand. This introductory information is followed by a discussion on proper design philosophy, including a set of minimum recommended values based on installation survivability. The heart of the paper involves the review of the current areas of geomembrane use in transportation systems. As with all geomembrane applications, the primary function is as a barrier. In the applications cited, the barrier is intended to contain surface water, groundwater, or liquid pollutants. A wide range of applications is emerging whereby the different geomembranes can be used to excellent advantage and in a cost-effective manner. A summary table for each use area is also included. The conclusion gives an idea as to possible future trends.

Supplemental Notes:

This paper appears in Transportation Research Record No. 1248, Geosynthetics, Geomembranes, and Silt Curtains in Transportation Facilities. Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved

Monograph Accession #:

01407212

Authors:

Koerner, Robert M
Hwu, Bao-Lin

Pagination:

p. 34-44

Publication Date:

1989

Serial:

Transportation Research Record

Issue Number: 1248
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
ISSN: 0361-1981

ISBN:

0309049687

Features:

Figures (13) ; References (13) ; Tables (6)

Subject Areas:

Design; Geotechnology; Highways; Materials; Research; I35: Miscellaneous Materials

Files:

TRIS, TRB, ATRI

Created Date:

Jul 31 1990 12:00AM

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