Applications of Geogrids. Volume 2. Geogrid Steep Soil Slopes

摘要

The report reviews the state-of-the-art insofar as polymeric geogridreinforcement of steep soil slopes is concerned. It then proceeds into design concepts and geogrid properties and test methods. The focal section follows which is on geogrid specifications for reinforced steep soil slopes along with an illustrative problem. The report ends with elements of construction guidelines insofar as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is concerned. A set of appendicies is also offered which gives the different test procedures used in the design specification section of the report.