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  2. Geosynthetics - Wikipedia

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    Drainage is the equilibrium soil-to-geosynthetic system that allows for adequate liquid flow without soil loss, within the plane of the geosynthetic over a service lifetime compatible with the application under consideration. Geopipe highlights this function, and also geonets, geocomposites and very thick geotextiles.

  3. Fill dirt - Wikipedia

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    Fill dirt is taken from a location where soil is being removed as a part of leveling an area for construction; it may also contain sand, rocks, and stones, as well as earth. Fill dirt should be as free of organic matter as possible since organic matter will decompose creating pockets of empty space within the fill which could result in settling ...

  4. Geofoam - Wikipedia

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    Inert: Geofoam will not break down, so it will not spread into surrounding soils. This means that geofoam will not pollute the surrounding soil. Geofoam can also be dug up and reused. Decreases construction time: Geofoam is quick to install and can be installed during any type of weather, resulting in faster installation time.

  5. Earthworks (engineering) - Wikipedia

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    In military engineering, earthworks are, more specifically, types of fortifications constructed from soil. Although soil is not very strong, it is cheap enough that huge quantities can be used, generating formidable structures. Examples of older earthwork fortifications include moats, sod walls, motte-and-bailey castles, and hill forts.

  6. Cut (earthworks) - Wikipedia

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    In civil engineering, a cut or cutting is where soil or rock from a relative rise is removed. Cuts are typically used in road, rail, and canal construction to reduce a route's length and grade. Cut and fill construction uses the spoils from cuts to fill in defiles to create straight routes at steady grades cost-effectively.

  7. Human composting is rising in popularity as an earth-friendly ...

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    Kimberly Cooley-Reyes, 66, falls into that category. An avid gardener, Cooley-Rees found human composting after her best friend passed away several years ago and had a green burial.

  8. 6 of the Most Common Home Renovations — Are They Worth It ...

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    Smart-home systems are “a bit of a wildcard,” as Marino termed them. If you’re planning to stay in the home, a smart thermostat or security system can make life easier and even save money in ...

  9. Can I use sand as cat litter? We asked a vet to find out! - AOL

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    Mix a small amount of the new litter with the current litter. Gradually increase the new litter’s proportion over seven to 10 days until it fully replaces the old one. 2.