Overview
The stability of erosion control systems depends both on the ability to prevent soil loss underneath, as well as to maintain their integrity under the effects of the flow.
The first part of the presentation will briefly illustrate a comprehensive research program aimed at studying performance of revet mattresses as lining systems in open channels. The performance was evaluated by assessing the stability of the mattress in relation to its thickness and stone size, under variable hydraulic flow regimes, as well as its ability to prevent soil loss.
In the second part of the presentation, an overview on the new MACRA STUDIO online software, where the performance on the new revet mattresses resulting from the research are implemented. The software will be briefly introduced with some worked examples. Along with the solutions for riverbank protection, the new online software allows to design grade control structures in various geometries, from conventional single or multiple drop structures to spillways and chutes. A quick overview on the design approach in river training works.
In the last part of the presentation, the fundamental aspect of the environmental sustainability of these engineered systems will be illustrated, with a specific focus on the material saving on the use of eco-friendly components, as well as the reduced amount of carbon footprint in comparison with alternative conventional solutions.
Who should attend
This webinar is highly relevant for all the engineers working in any field or discipline.
You do not need to be an Engineers Australia member to attend.
Speakers
Dale Chaychuk is the National Business Development Manager for Slopes and Walls. He received his Civil Engineering degree from Durban University of Technology, South Africa and has over 24 years of technical experience with the design and use of geosynthetics in South Africa and Australia. Dale’s area of expertise includes retaining structures, slope stability, hydraulic structures and rockfall protection.
Paolo Di Pietro is currently Senior Technical Education & Know-How Manager at Officine Maccaferri, Corporate Headquarters in Bologna, Italy. With a degree in civil hydraulic engineering earned in Italy in 1984, and over 30 years as professional in design and construction of geotechnical and hydraulic engineering works, Paolo’s experience started as project design engineer at the lead of a technical engineering team, supervising and coordinating studies from feasibility to final design, performing cost analyses, and overseeing construction sites.
Since 2001, Paolo holds frequent seminars and workshops to design engineers, contractors and state officials in geotechnical soil retaining structures, slope stabilization, river and erosion control works, and best management practices of soil bioengineering systems. He is also an active contributor to the development of international standards (ASTM, EN, DIN), and author of several papers at international conferences.
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Pricing
Technical Society Member: Free
Student: Free
Non-Member: Free