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David B. Paul - DFI Traveling Lecturer
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DFI Announces 2020-2021 Traveling Lecturer: David B. Paul, P.E.

September 3, 2020 rockman Press Releases Comments Off on DFI Announces 2020-2021 Traveling Lecturer: David B. Paul, P.E.

Hawthorne, N.J. (August 26, 2020):  In 2018, DFI introduced the DFI Traveling Lecturer program to promote the field of geotechnical engineering and deep foundation construction by encouraging students to explore a career in the deep […]

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Noted Geotechnical and Geosynthetics Expert Jailed for Child Abuse

March 30, 2009 rockman Miscellaneous Comments Off on Noted Geotechnical and Geosynthetics Expert Jailed for Child Abuse

Dr. Peter Rankilor, a pioneer in the geosynthetic, geotextile and geomembrane industry was recently sentenced to 10 years in prison as a result of his January conviction on “indecent assault and incest” charges stemming from […]

Subgrade support using geotextiles
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CALTRANS Publishes Guide For Design With Subgrade Enhancement Geotextiles

August 12, 2009 rockman Available Resources Comments Off on CALTRANS Publishes Guide For Design With Subgrade Enhancement Geotextiles

Geotextiles are frequently used for subgrade improvement under roadways. Caltrans has released a document titled "Guide for Designing Subgrade Enhancing Geotextiles". This 18-page document covers what situations can be improved using geotextiles and includes a […]