What are Geocomposites?

Geocomposites are geosynthetics made from a combination of two or more

geosynthetic types.
Horizontal drainage of water in embankments and roads.
Vertical drainage of retaining structures, bridges and tunnels.
Drainage of leachates.

Examples of Geocomposites:
1. Geotextile-geonet composites- When a geotextile is used on one or both sides
of a geonet, the separation and filtration functions are always satisfied, but
the drainage function is vastly improved in comparison to geotextiles by
themselves. Such geocomposites are regularly used in intercepting and
conveying leachate in landfill liner and cover sytems and for conducting
vapor or water beneath pond liners of various types.
2. Geotextile-geomembrane composites- The geotextiles provide increased
resistance to puncture, tear propagation and friction related to slideing as
well as providing tensile strength in and of themselves.
3. Geomembrane-geogrid composites They form an impervious membrane
barrier with enchanced strength and friction capabilities.
4. Geotextile-geogrid composites- A geotextile bonded to a geogrid provides inpane drainage while the the geogrid provides tensile reinforcement. Such
composites are used for internal drainage of low permeability back fill soils
for reinforced walls and slopes.
Advantage
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Waterproof
Reduce structural deterioration
Reduce moisture penetration
Easy Installation
Reduces pavement maintenance cost
Increase overlay life

Disadvantages
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Additional time of installation

Clogging of this composite is a challenging design for certain soil types or
unsusual situations.