Geotextile tube dewatering: Part 1 - design parameters

Geotextile tubes are versatile products that have been used in a wide range of applications. In general, applications fall into two broad categories. The first is the use of tubes as semi-permanent structures in coastal and river environments. The second general use of tubes is in dewatering dredged materials and sludges. Part 1 of this paper will provide design concepts and present some recent developments in tube dewatering technology. Part 2 will provide filling and deployment tips for a successful dewatering project and examples.