Publisher's Synopsis
Geosynthetics are being extensively used in several areas to have the most efficient and cost-effective solutions of a myriad of civil engineering problems throughout the world. Rational design methods, based on sound concepts and standardised test techniques for determining properties of technical interest of geosynthetics, are now available. This places the use of geosynthetics on a firm base, which is no more empirical. Geosynthetics have the potential of functioning for hundreds of years, if properly protected. The continued growth of geosynthetics applications attests to the fact that geosynthetics have arrived as a viable construction material and they can now properly be added to the list of traditional materials such as soil, brick, timber, steel, concrete, etc. This single volume work, presented in a user-friendly format, includes basic definitions and concepts, as well as case histories and information on recent developments aims to provide an excellent reference tool for the practising engineer, research workers and students alike.
