This comprehensive reference gives an overview of geosynthetic polymers that comprise an important group of materials for lining landfills, mine leachate ponds and water containment facilities. The book begins with an introduction togeomembrane polymeric materials and their properties and manufacturing. Further discussions describe the different types of materials such as High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) as well as their properties, shortcomings and applications. Geomembrane survivability such as chemical exposure effects are also included. The book ends with final chapters covering quality control and quality assurance and leak detection and leak surveys
- ISBN: 978-0-470-51920-2
- Editorial: John Wiley & Sons
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 576
- Fecha Publicación: 14/08/2009
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés