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desiring a basic understanding of geosynthetics.
Discussions during the one half-day
course covers the various types of geosynthetic
materials, applications and functions of the
materials, and the various synthetic polymers
used in manufacturing geosynthetics. It will
be demonstrated that geosynthetics should be
considered as another tool in the toolbox that
geotechnical engineering designers and professionals
have available to assist in addressing
a variety of geotechnical and environmental
engineering challenges.
Emphasis is on how the intended application
or function as well as existing soil
and water conditions dictate the structure
of the geosynthetic and the specific polymer
used for its manufacture. Cost constraints,
constructability concerns and short- and
long-term performance requirements also
are discussed. While a geosynthetic may be
capable of addressing a specific situation or
condition, it may not be the best solution.
Geosynthetics in Roadway Design
Jorge Zornberg, Ph.D., P.E., the University of
Texas at Austin and Erol Tutumluer, Ph.D.,
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Geosynthetics provide sustainable alternatives
for enhanced performance, durability
and cost-effectiveness of roadways. This
short course provides an integrated view of
the multiple applications of geosynthetics
in this transportation mode. This includes
the mechanisms involved in the different
applications, the identification of relevant
geosynthetic properties, the available design
methodologies and case histories involving
the use of geosynthetics in roadway projects.
An outline of the main topics/courses to
be covered is as follows:
* Welcome and Objectives
* Geosynthetics: Types and Functions
* Structural Capacity of Pavements
* Overview of Geosynthetic
Applications in Roadways
* Geosynthetics for Mitigation
of Asphalt Reflective Cracking
* Geosynthetics for Stabilization
of Unbound Aggregate Layers
* Geosynthetics for Reduction
of Layer Intermixing
* Geosynthetics for Reduction
of Moisture in Structural Layers
* Geosynthetics for Stabilization
of Soft Subgrades
* Geosynthetics for Mitigation
of Distress Induced by Expansive
Clays and Frost-Susceptible Soils
* Path Forward and Closure
Sustainability and Life-cycle
Assessments of Geosynthetics
and Geosystems
Mina Lee, Ph.D., University of Windsor
and Dipanjan Basu, Ph.D., P.E., University
of Waterloo
This short course addresses the growing
importance of sustainable practices in geotechnical
engineering by offering an overview
of sustainability concepts and the application
of life-cycle assessment in geotechnical
engineering. Topics include principles of
sustainability, the scope of sustainable geotechnics,
considerations for sustainability in
geosynthetic applications, state-of-the-art
methodologies for sustainability assessment
in geotechnical engineering, and the principles
and application of LCA to geosystems.
Participants gain a comprehensive
understanding of the nexus between sustainability
and geotechnical engineering.
Additionally, participants will acquire
knowledge of LCA methodology and learn
the challenges associated with sustainability
and life-cycle assessments in geotechnical
engineering applications. The course features
a practical demonstration focusing
on the application of LCA to mechanically
stabilized earth (MSE) walls reinforced with
geosynthetics. The demonstration guides
participants through step-by-step LCA calculations
and presents useful information
helpful for optimizing MSE wall designs
with sustainability considerations. G
MORE INFORMATION
Barbara J. Connett
Secretary General
Geotechnical Frontiers 2025
+651 225 6914
barbara.connett@textiles.org
To receive regular conference
updates via email, send
your request to
barbara.connett@textiles.org
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