GCL & bentonite · 2026
Shear Behavior of GMTC/BPC-GCL Interface Under Dry and Hydrated Conditions with Varying Polymer Content
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Research overview
Large direct-shear tests compare a textured HDPE geomembrane against conventional and polymer-modified GCLs in dry and hydrated states. Hydration reduced interface strength, and the 3.5% polymer formulation performed better than the 5.5% formulation under the tested conditions; the proprietary polymer, selected materials and laboratory stress range limit transfer to other liner systems.
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- Authors
- Juan Hou, Zhenyi Shi, Xuelei Xie
- Publication year
- 2026
- DOI
- 10.3390/polym18121423
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