Testing, design & other research · 1995
Uplift of Geomembranes by Wind
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Research overview
Develops methods for assessing wind uplift, protective cover, liner tension and strain. Applies to exposed geomembranes generally, including heavy liners; consult the subsequent corrections and extensions when using the equations.
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- Authors
- J.P. Giroud; T. Pelte; R.J. Bathurst
- Publication year
- 1995
- DOI
- 10.1680/gein.2.0042
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