Mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) walls have become one of the most efficient solutions for highway, rail, industrial, and urban projects. However, one of the factors that most influences their performance is the proper consideration of the loads acting behind the system. Urban growth and the need…

Geogrids for asphalt layers are an excellent resource for pavement rehabilitation, as they reinforce the asphalt layers and prevent existing cracks from propagating. However, their performance does not depend solely on their mechanical properties. Proper surface preparation, adhesion, overlaps, and placement of the mix…

In road, urban planning, and infrastructure projects, protecting the surfaces of slopes and channels from water erosion is a constant challenge. Traditional solutions have often been limited to the use of rigid concrete linings. Although these alternatives provide an initial impermeable barrier, they tend to be costly, disrupt the environmental balance, and generate runoff…

Cracks are one of the most common forms of deterioration in flexible pavements, and when not properly controlled, they can progress to the point of compromising the structure’s performance and service life. To address this issue, there are various rehabilitation and maintenance options. Traditional solutions include crack sealing, surface treatments…

In the design of reinforced earth walls, attention is typically focused on the strength of the reinforcement, the structural capacity, and the strength of the facing. However, there are two parameters that are often underestimated during the preliminary design stages and that have a decisive influence on the system’s performance: the…

Undermining is one of the most critical phenomena affecting slopes, riverbanks, canals, bridge abutments, and hydraulic structures exposed to the constant action of bodies of water. This process occurs when the velocity and shear stress of the water flow dislodge and carry away soil particles, weakening the base of the…

When it comes to protecting rivers, canals, and slopes prone to erosion, riprap—or conventional rock armoring—has historically been one of the most widely used solutions. It works primarily by placing rocks of sufficient size and weight to withstand the forces generated by the flow. However, as flow velocities increase, the…

An efficient solution for river channel stabilization and infrastructure protection Rivers are dynamic systems that are constantly evolving due to the action of flow, sediment transport, and extreme hydrological events. When these conditions exceed the natural resistance capacity of the riverbanks, lateral erosion and…

Retaining structures play a key role in the construction of roads, bridges, residential developments, and other infrastructure projects, as they help stabilize slopes, contain fill, and create safe platforms for project development. The choice of the appropriate retaining system directly influences the cost of the project, the time required for…

Reinforced soil walls have established themselves as one of the most efficient solutions for slope stabilization, road widening, and infrastructure projects. Their speed of construction, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness make them an increasingly popular alternative to traditional concrete walls. However, there is one aspect that…