Integration of geosynthetics into civil engineering - from products to functions - a case study : Hazyview slip repair : geotechnical engineering

The shortage of borrow sources for granular material, combined with the limited availability of funds for rehabilitation projects, is generating more opportunities for innovative engineering in order to achieve cost-effective solutions. Since the introduction of geosynthetics, governments, consultants and contractors have been assisted to deliver projects to stakeholders. Geosynthetics are now considered necessary and indispensable for a cost-effective solution in multiple functions, such as reinforcement, separation, filtration, drainage, barriers, erosion control, containment and protection (ISO 10318:2006: Geosynthetics: Terms and Definitions).