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Erosion of topsoil is the most common of soil-related distresses. Rains and, at places, high wind are the agents for causing topsoil erosion. The chapter discusses in depth the mechanism of topsoil erosion by precipitation with pointed reference to hillslope erosion. It explains the mechanism of erosion of hillslope due to rain and postulates a technical concept to control such erosion with the help of Jute Geotextiles (JGT).
The technique of soil bioengineering has been explained in depth justifying the role of JGT with its advantages for adaptation in the technique which is now favored worldwide for environmental reasons. Design principle on erosion control incorporating JGT for rain-induced erosion has been explained along with the determinant factors. Considerations for selecting the appropriate JGT under different conditions at site have been indicated. Procedure for installation of JGT has also been explained.
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Sanyal, T. (2017). Control of Soil Erosion Caused by Rain and Wind with Jute Geotextiles. In: Jute Geotextiles and their Applications in Civil Engineering. Developments in Geotechnical Engineering. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-1932-6_5
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