An geotextile It is a textile material used in civil engineering and geotechnics for various applications in the field of construction and geotechnics. It is manufactured from synthetic or natural fibers and is used as a key component in drainage, filtration, reinforcement and soil protection works.
The geotextile It is characterized by being a permeable fabric, which means that it allows the passage of liquids and gases through its pores while retaining solid particles. This makes it a valuable tool in engineering projects where it is required to control water flow, prevent soil erosion or stabilize land.
Among the most common applications of geotextile they find each other:
- Drainage: The geotextile se utiliza en sistemas de drenaje para evitar la acumulación de agua en el suelo, permitiendo su rápida evacuación y evitando la saturación que podría afectar la estabilidad de las estructuras.
- Filtration: Acts as a barrier that allows water to pass through while retaining fine soil particles. It is used in applications such as water filtration systems, canal linings and containment works.
- Reinforcement: The geotextile It is used to improve the strength and stability of the soil. It is placed between layers of soil to distribute loads, reduce deformation and prevent subsidence in roads, platforms and retaining walls.
- Protection: Used to protect structures and ground surfaces against mechanical damage, erosion and wear. It can be used as a coating on slopes, in erosion control works and to protect geomembranes.
The geotextile se presenta en diferentes formas, como tejidos, no tejidos y georedes, cada uno con características específicas que se adaptan a las necesidades de cada proyecto. Además, su selección se basa en factores como el tipo de suelo, la carga aplicada, las condiciones climáticas y los requerimientos del proyecto.
