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» A Method for Tensile Test of Geotextiles with Confining Pressure
   Extensive review of the performance characteristics of woven and nonwoven geotextiles, including a presentation of a newly developed testing device and test method for testing tensile properties under confining pressure. Author: Youjiang Wang.
   http://jit.sagepub.com/cgi/reprint/30/4/289.pdf

» A Study on the Behaviour of Soil-Geotextile Systems in Filtration Tests
   Technical paper presenting filtration tests under an applied vertical stress with different soils and nonwoven geotextiles to evaluate the clogging potential and retention capacity under severe conditions, using a newly developed apparatus. Authors: E.M.
   http://pubs.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/rp/rppdf/t96-120.pdf

» Alternate Seaming Methods for Nonwoven Geotextiles
   Technical paper discussing the predominant methods for field seaming of nonwoven geotextiles with the primary purpose of providing a specification required overlap joint, seam or tack weld to hold the position of the geotextile or geocomposite during plac
   http://www.novaseal.com/GFR-Oct96.pdf

» Assessments of Long-Term Drainage Performance of Geotextiles
   Technical paper evaluating the drainage performance of two different types of nonwoven geotextiles in terms of reduction factors and site specific conditions. Authors: Han-Yong Jeon and Jacek Miynarek.
   http://www.infogeos.com/files/news/document/G37.475.pdf

» Classifying Rolled Erosion Control Products
   Extensive paper about the classification of the various rolled erosion control products designed to help mitigate immediate erosion control problems, and provide long-term soil stabilization. Authors: Tim Lancaster and Deron Austin.
   http://www.ectc.org/resources/Classifying%20RECP%2004.pdf

» Coir - An Effective Component for Consolidation
   Lecture on a case study where coir geotextiles were applied in the construction of a river embankment as a horizontal blanket over vertical drains. Authors: M. Sudhakaran Pillai and C. Fernandez.
   http://www.ccriindia.org/Portal/cict/articles/consolidation.pdf

» Coir Draining Blanket for Consolidation
   Technical paper presented at the 2001 International Seminar on Technical Textiles, about using needlepunch nonwoven coir geotextile as a horizontal blanket over vertical drains in a clayey soil consolidation project. Author: M. Sudhakaran Pillai.
   http://www.coirboard.gov.in/downloads/drain_blanket.pdf

» Conditioning Factors of Iron Ochre Biofilm Formation on Geotextile Filters
   Technical paper about field tests performed with nonwoven polyester and polypropylene, and woven polypropylene geotextiles to study the clogging of drainage systems due to the effects of microbial colonization on the solid surface of geotextile filters. A
   http://pubs.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/rp/rppdf/t03-064.pdf

» Design and Characterisation of Geotextiles for High-Performance Applications
   Technical paper presenting a new computer simulation and analysis method for determining the damage progression and failure strength for nonwoven geotextiles whose failure is caused mainly by fiber rupture. Authors: Sabit Adanur, David Elton and Tianyi Li
   http://www.p2pays.org/ref/08/07111.pdf

» Design and Characterization of Geotextiles for High-Performance Applications
   Study initiated by the National Textile Center, to evaluate the performance of woven and nonwoven geotextiles, in-situ and in-isolation, and under different loading environments. Authors: Sabit Adanur and others.
   http://www.ntcresearch.org/pdf-rpts/AnRp96/R96A9408.pdf

» Engineering Use of Geotextiles
   Joint Departments of the US Army and Air Force 1995 technical manual, describing various geotextiles, test methods for evaluating their properties, and recommended design and installation procedures.
   http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/DOD/UFC/ufc_3_220_08fa.pdf

» Facts on Coir: Lessons from the Past
   Technical article on the contributing factors for strength retention and durability of coir products in field applications. From the Rolanka International, Inc web site. Authers: Lanka Santha P.E., and Calista Santha Ph.D.
   http://www.rolanka.com/index.asp?pg=coirarticle

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 1
   Titel page of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations.
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd1.pdf

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 2
   Abstract of Patricia Ann Seay's Master of Science thesis about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations.
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd2.pdf

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 3
   Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations. Acknowledgments and contents.
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd3.pdf

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 4
   First chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations. Literature review, descriptions of past applications, and analytical studies.
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd4.pdf

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 5
   Second chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, providing a detailed description of the model used in this study.
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd5.pdf

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 6
   Third chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, presenting the results obtained from a model with an initially flat length-to-width ratio
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd6.pdf

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 7
   Fourth chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, presenting the results obtained from a model with an initial flat length-to-width ratio
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd7.pdf

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 8
   Fifth chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, consisting of conclusions and recommendations for further research.
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd8.pdf

» Finite Element Analysis of Geotextile Tubes. 9
   Fifth chapter of a Master of Science thesis by Patricia Ann Seay about a study of the three-dimensional behaviour of geotextile tubes resting on elastic foundations, providing a list of references.
   http://scholar.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-31498-131543/unrestricted/etd9.pdf

» Functions and Installation of Paving Geosynthetics
   Technical paper describing the functions and suitability of geosynthetic fabrics for road paving, and their design aspects and installation procedures. Authors: S.K. Shukla and J.-H. Yin.
   http://www.geosynthetica.net/tech_docs/GeoAsia04Shukla.pdf

» GeoJute
   Feature article on woven and nonwoven geotextiles made from jute fiber. History. Properties, applications and costs. List of woven and nonwoven fabric manufacturers. Author: Mr. Red Smith.
   http://www.jmdcindia.com/html/geojute.html

» Geosynthetic Reinforcement of the Aggregate Base/Subbase Courses of Pavement Structures
   White paper of June 2000 prepared by the Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA), presenting the protocols and criteria for design and reinforcement, and practices for design and material specifications for geosynthetic reinforcement of low grade subgrad
   http://www.gmanow.com/pdf/WPIIFINALGMA.pdf

» Geosynthetic Sewn Seams
   Technical article focusing on the issue of sewing seams of woven and nonwoven technical fabrics for geotechnical applications. From the Amoco Fabrics and Fibers Company.
   http://www.geotextile.com/downloads/Propex%20EB-611%20Geosynthetic%20Sewn%20Seams.pdf

» Geosynthetics in Pavement Systems Applications
   Technical paper from July 1998 prepared by the Geosynthetic Materials Association, providing background information and specifications for the use of geogrids and geotextiles in pavement system applications.
   http://www.gmanow.com/pdf/WhitePaper_I.pdf

» Geotextile Characterization and Pore Size Distribution
   Extensive technical paper, comparing the performance of dry, hydrodynamic and wet sieving, buble point, mercury intrusion porosimetry, and image analysis test methods, to evaluate the pore size distribution of geotextiles. Authors: S.K. Bhatia and others.
   http://www.geosyntheticssociety.org/GI_SourceFiles/V3I3/GI-V3-N3-Paper1.pdf

» Geotextile Filtration Tests on Two Brazilian Soils and Current Filtration Criteria
   Technical paper presenting the results of filtration tests with geotextiles in combination with a uniform fine sand and a clayey fine sand. Authors: M.S.S. Almeida and others.
   http://www.geosyntheticssociety.org/GI_SourceFiles/V2I1/GI-V2-N1-paper5.pdf

» Geotextile Sand Containers - Successful Solutions Against Beach Erosion
   Technical paper about the development of alternative systems for the prevention of beach erosion, by creating soft and flexible sand filled containers, bags and tubes from geotextile fabrics. Authors: Burkard Lenze and others.
   http://www.io-warnemuende.de/homepages/schernewski/Littoral2000/docs/vol2/Littoral2002_46.pdf

» Geotextiles - A Specific Application for Biofibers
   Report on the research conducted by the USDA Forest Service, to detirmine the applicability of biobased geotextiles in tree planting, vegetation establishment and erosion control. Author: Brent English.
   http://www.fpl.fs.fed.us/documnts/pdf1995/engli95a.pdf

» Geotextiles Can Be Worth Their Cost in Aggregate
   Extensive article about the potential for cost savings, obtained by the use of geotextile fabrics for reinforcing road decks instead of aggregate materials. From Due North Resources.
   http://www.cyber-north.com/geotextiles.html

» Geotextiles and Loess; Long-Term Flow
   Report on a long term flow (LTF) test, applied on geotextiles to evaluate water permeability, soil retention and soil compatibility. Authors: Paul Denkler, John Bowders and Erik Loehr.
   http://www.ctre.iastate.edu/pubs/midcon/Denkler.pdf

» Geotextiles as Biofilm Filters in Wastewater Treatment
   Doctor of Philosophy thesis about a study on the use of geotextile filters as biofilm attachment media in wastewater treatment systems. Author: Cevat Yaman.
   http://dspace.library.drexel.edu/retrieve/670/yaman_thesis.pdf

» Geotextiles in Road Construction, Maintenance and Erosion Control
   Overview of terms and definitions related to woven and nonwoven geotextiles, and their application in civil engineering and erosion control.
   http://www.ecs.umass.edu/baystate_roads/technotes/16_geotextiles_in_road_construction.pdf

» Geotextiles in Transportation Applications
   Technical paper presented at the 2004 Second Gulf Conference on Roads, providing an overview of the current geotextile technologies, and highlighting the functions geotextiles perform in enhancing the performance and extending the service life of paved ro
   http://www.alyaf.com/Geotextiles%20in%20Transportation%20Applications.pdf

» Granular and Geotextile Filter Design Criteria
   Technical notes from the Hong Kong Geotechnical Control Office, publishing revisions in design rules for granular filters, and the guidance on woven and nonwoven geotextiles.
   http://www.info.gov.hk/bd/english/documents/pnap/Pnap138.pdf

» Guide to Windbreaks
   Extensive technical paper about the principles involved in the siting of fabric based windbreaks in horti- and agriculture, and landscaping, including construction and maintenance information. From Capatex, Ltd.
   http://www.capatex.com/agro_web/techinfo/windbreakguide/fullguide_4web.pdf

» Influence of Geotextile Filters on the Discharge Capacity of Geocomposite Drainage Materials
   Analytical study, showing the differences in stress-strain and energy absorption characteristics of seven nonwoven geotechnical filters in combination with drainage cores. Authors: Jochen Mueller-Rochholz and others.
   http://www.typargeo.com/pdf/geofilters_report.pdf

» Influence of Strain Rate, Specimen Length and Confinement on Measured Geotextile Properties
   Extensive technical paper on in-isolation and in-soil tests performed on four woven and two nonwoven geotextiles to investigate the effect of strain rate, specimen length and confinement in soil on the measured strength characteristics. Authors: S.R. Boyl
   http://www.geosyntheticssociety.org/GI_SourceFiles/V3I2/GI-V3-N2-Paper3.pdf

» Nonwoven Pavement Fabrics Study
   Technical paper prepared by Maxim Technologies, Inc for the geotextile division of the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI), investigating the use, performance and design considerations for asphalt membrane interlayer systems utilising a no
   http://www.gmanow.com/pdf/FINREPTalltogether.pdf

» Performance of Drainage Geotextiles for Sustainable Development of Soil and Water Resources in Egypt
   Technical paper about a comparison of drainage, filtration, separation and reinforcement properties of nonwoven spunbond and needlepunch, and weft knitted geotextiles in Egyptian civil engineering projects. Authors: M.A.L. el Gamay and Tarek M. el Shafey.
   http://www.virtualacademia.com/pdf/eng1_13.pdf

» Properties and Applications of Soil Reinforced With Recycled Fibers
   Technical paper reporting on a laboratory research project on the use of recycled carpet and textile fibers for soil reinforcement, evaluating their effects on soil compaction characteristics and triaxial compressive behavior. Authors: Youjiang Wang and o
   http://www.environmental-center.com/articles/article934/properties.pdf

» Report on Geotextiles for Roadways in India
   Review of the development of woven and nonwoven geotextile uses in India.
   http://www.txcindia.com/html/Technical%20Textiles/Report%20on%20Geotextiles.pdf

» Standards for Application of Jute Geotextiles in Control of Bank Erosion in Rivers and Waterways
   Government of India, Ministry of Textiles 2003 published guidelines for the application of jute geotextiles to control erosion in rivers and waterways, including specifications and installation methods.
   http://www.txcindia.com/html/Control%20of%20Bank%20Erosion.pdf

» Standards for Application of Jute Geotextiles in Strengthening of Sub-Grade in Roads
   Government of India, Ministry of Textiles 2003 published guidelines for the application of jute geotextiles in strengthening of sub-grades in road and railway embankments and hill slopes, including specifications and installation methods.
   http://www.txcindia.com/html/STRENGTHINING%20OF%20SUB-GRADE%20IN%20ROADS.pdf

» Strength Characteristics of Sand Reinforced with Coir Fibers and Coir Geotextiles
   Technical paper presenting the results of laboratory triaxial compression tests in order to determine the strength characteristics of sand reinforced with coir fibres and coir geotxtiles, using random coir fiber and woven and nonwoven coir fabrics. Author
   http://www.ejge.com/2005/Ppr0602/Ppr0602.htm

» The Potential Market for Sisal and Henequen Geotextiles
   Overview of the potentials for sisal and henequen fibers to become a viable replacement or addition as raw materials for the manufacture of geotextiles. Author: Rod Smith.
   http://www.fao.org/DOCREP/004/Y1873E/y1873e08.htm

» Unsaturated Interface Shear Strength Properties for Nonwoven Geotextiles
   Technical paper focusing on the design and development on an apparatus to measure the interface shear strength for interfaces containing nonwoven geotextiles under unsaturated conditions. Authors: Joshua L. Hanson and others.
   http://www.rthiel.com/shear_strength_nonwoven_geotextiles.pdf

» Using Geotextile Fabric in Livestock Operations
   Fact sheet on the proper application, installation and maintenance of geotextile fabrics for agricultural applications. From the Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the Ohio State University.
   http://ohioline.osu.edu/aex-fact/0304.html

» Using Geotextiles for Feeding and Traffic Surfaces
   Short article about the use of nonwoven geotextiles to construct cattle feeding and traffic surfaces as a replacement for concrete. From the University of Kentucky's Cooperative Extension Service. Author: Larry W. Turner.
   http://www.ca.uky.edu/agc/pubs/aen/aen79/aen79.pdf

» Utilization of Peanut Sheel Fibers in Nonwoven Erosion Control Materials
   Original, peer reviewed paper about research focused on the utilization of fibers derived from peanut shells in the manufacture of wet-laid, latex bonded nonwoven fabrics for erosion control applications. Authors: Nicole Bieak and Brian R. George.
   http://www.inda.org/subscrip/inj03_4/p60-65-george.pdf

» Water Retention Functions of Four Nonwoven Polypropylene Geotextiles
   Extensive collection of technical notes of test measurements of the water retention function performed on fout different, new and cleaned polypropylene nonwoven geotextiles. Authors: J.C. Stormont and others.
   http://www.geosyntheticssociety.org/GI_SourceFiles/V4I6/GI-V4-N6-Paper5.pdf