Andy Robinson (100255.1322@COMPUSERVE.COM)
Thu, 15 Feb 1996 13:22:01 EST
Message-ID: <960215182200_100255.1322_JHF14-1@CompuServe.COM> Date: Thu, 15 Feb 1996 13:22:01 EST From: Andy Robinson <100255.1322@COMPUSERVE.COM> Subject: Engineering in action videos To: Multiple recipients of list CIVIL-L <CIVIL-L@unb.ca> I posted a notice regarding the newest video to this series about a week ago and a number of people asked what the others in the series were. The list below gives some details of the five videos to date. We would be most interested for views on what other subject matter could be covered in an educational video as we are currently discussing a future series with the ASCE. All responses to Andy Robinson at 100255.1322@compuserve.com please Engineering Videos "Engineering in Action" A Video Series Sponsored by The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) This series of educational videos focuses on critical engineering topics of current interest. They are essential viewing for designers, specifiers, engineers, consultants, students, or anyone who wants an overview and understanding of a specific technology. Videos produced so far in this series Trenchless Technology This video gives a complete insight into trenchless techniques for new installation, on-line replacement and in-situ renovation of sewers, pressure pipes and cables. It shows these systems on the job, explains their priniciples and indicates the ground conditions and other situations where each system would be appropriate. Technical Advisor - James C Thomson. Time: 50 mins. Geosynthetics in Landfills Geosynthetics technology is an effective engineering solution to a vital modern problem - the safe containment, collection and disposal of leachate from landfills. Geomembranes contain the leachate, while geonets and various geocomposites are designed to collect and remove it. Today's typical landfill project may also include geotextiles for filtration and separation, and geogrids for reinforcement. This video discusses the functions and properties of some of these geosynthetic materials, together with some key issues in landfill design. Co-sponsored by the International Geosynthetics Society. Technical Advisor Dr. J.P Giroud. Time: 311/2 mins Erosion and Sediment Control Erosion not only removes billions of tonnes of our soil each year, but also transports it downstream as sediment to silt up waterways and pollute water courses. After discussing the causes of soil erosion (particularly acceleated ersoion caused by construction, mining and forestry activities) this video shows a range of practices and technologies which m,itigate erosion by keeping a cover on the surface. Co-sponored by the International Erosion Control Association. Technical Advisor: Michael Harding. Time: 32 mins. Geosynthetics in Transportation Applications. This video shows how geosynthetics have proved durable and reliable materials in the construction and repair of roads, railroads, airfields and other transportation facilities. These materials have significant economic as well as engineering advantages. Their use allows smaller volumes of expensive backfill and aggregate - and backfill can represent up to 80% of the cost of a project. As geosynthetics are easy to transport and handle, they allow construction on sites which could not have been contemplated before. Co-sponsor: The International Geosynthetics Society.Technical Advisors: Prof. R.M. Koerner and Jerry A. DiMaggio. Time 35 mins. Sewer Pipeline Rehabilitation Sewer failure is increasingly common, especially in urban areas with aging sewer networks. Their replacement by conventional open-cut methods is expensive, disruptive and, in some parts of the world, penalized. This video shows a variety of systems and no-dig technologies now available for the inspection, repair, maintenance, renovation and on-line replacement of deteriorated sewer pipelines. Sewer rehabilitation methods which allow continuing use of existing sewer networks are not only less disruptive but can also bring very significant cost savings. Technical Advisor: B Jay Schrock. Time: 35 mins. Priced at around USD 120, these videos are available from: ASCE Continuing Education 345 East 47th Street New York, NY 10017 Tel: (212) 705-7959 Fax: (212) 421-1826