There are various types of geosynthetics used in civil engineering and construction works. Properties, functions and uses of geosynthetics are discussed.
Depleting sources for granular and other elementary raw materials, combined with the limited availability of funds for projects, has been generating new opportunities for innovative engineering to achieve cost-effective solutions. One of those innovations is the introduction of geosynthetics into the field of civil engineering.
Geosynthetics are considered as bona fide engineering materials that not only are filling in for the scarce raw materials like cement and steel, but also are turning out to be a pretty sound and good alternative to the conventional designs.
The use of geosynthetics is, though, still novel in the construction industry, its use is nevertheless increasing every year in sectors such as reinforcement of fill, management of pore water pressure, foundations and pavements. Apart from being economical, they can be rapidly installed and help in quality control of factory manufactured products.