An Introduction to Geotextiles in Soil Wall Reinforcement

Introductory technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers interested in application of geotextiles for soil wall reinforcement. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION 2. ADVANTAGES OF GEOTEXTILE-REINFORCED WALLS 3. DISADVANTAGES OF GEOTEXTILE-REINFORCED WALLS 4. USES 5. GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS 6. PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS 7. DESIGN METHOD 8. DESIGN PROCEDURE 9. REFERENCES.