RESUME - Geosynthetica · 2020-05-04 · RESUME December 4, 2019 Robert M. Koerner [email protected] Personal ... Recipient - Harry L. Bowman Professor of Civil Engineering, Drexel

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RESUME

Robert M. Koerner

[email protected]

Personal

Date of Birth: December 2, 1933

Married: Wife – Pauline W. Koerner (Paula)

Children – Michael R. Koerner (October 2, 1960)

George R. Koerner (February 15, 1962)

Pauline Koerner Limberg (August 17, 1964)

Grandchildren – David, Paula, Addie, Robert, Max and Helena

Residence: 130 Wood Road

Springfield, Pennsylvania 19064

I. Education

B.S.C.E. – Drexel Institute of Technology – Philadelphia, PA – 1956

M.S.C.E. – Drexel Institute of Technology – Philadelphia, PA – 1963

Ph.D. – Duke University – Durham, NC – 1968

Additional Studies

Soil Mechanics @ Columbia University – New York, NY – 1956-59

Law @ Temple University – Philadelphia – 1962-1963

Mathematics @ University of Delaware – Newark, Delaware – 1964-65

II. Teaching/Research Experience

1964 – 1965 - Instructor, School of Engineering

Pennsylvania Military College, Chester, PA

1965 – 1967 - N.S.F. Teaching Intern

Department of Civil Engineering

Duke University, Durham, North Carolina

1967 – 1968 - Part time Instructor, Department of Civil Engineering

Duke University, Durham, North Carolina

1968 – 1971 - Assistant Professor, Department of Civil, Architecture and Environmental

Engineering, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA

1971 – 1975 - Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Architecture and Environmental


1975 – 1984 - Professor, Department of Civil, Architecture and Environmental


1984 – 2003 - H. L. Bowman Professor, Department of Civil, Architecture and

Environmental Engineering, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA

December 4, 2019

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2003 – Present - Emeritus Professor, Department of Civil, Architecture and

Environmental Engineering, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA

1986 – Present - Founder/Director – Geosynthetic Research Institute

1995 – Present - Founder/Director – The Geosynthetic Institute

III. Industrial/Professional Experience

1956 – 1960 - Engineering and Superintendent (highway and heavy construction in PA,

NJ, and NY.). The Conduit and Foundation Corp., Philadelphia, PA

1960 – 1962 - Engineer – Analyst and Design (involved in all aspects of soil consulting

practice), Dames and Moore, Consulting Geotechnical Engineers, New

York, NY

1962 – 1963 - Engineer and Superintendent (industrial foundation design and

consultation, and general heavy construction), J. J. Skelly, Inc., Media, PA

1968 – 1986 - Private consultant in Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering, Powder

Metallurgy, Powder Processing and Behavior, Nondestructive Testing,

Geosynthetics, Professional Witness Investigations and Legal

Testifying: (Incorporated as Geotechnical Research Inc., 1976)

1986 – Present - Advisory consultant in geosynthetics only to member organizations of the

Geosynthetic Research Institute/Geosynthetic Institute

IV. Professional Memberships

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE)

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

International Geotextile Society (IGS)

North American Society of Geosynthetics (NAGS)

Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Pennsylvania #19855-E

V. Patents

Koerner, R. M. (1986), “Slope Stabilization System and Method,” U.S. Patent No. 4,610,568,

September 9, 1986

Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and Brugger, J. E. (1987), “Method of Removing Contaminants

from Contaminated Soil In-Situ,” U.S. Patent No. 4,842,448, June 27, 1989

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VI. Major Professional Offices and Honors

Chairman - Middle Atlantic Section, American Society for Engineering Education

(ASEE) – 1974 - 1975

President - Philadelphia Section, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) – 1975-1976

Recipient - Outstanding Educators of America – 1972

Recipient - Lindback Award for Distinguished Undergraduate Teaching at Drexel

University – 1974

Co-Recipient - Industrial Research IR-100 Award, Earth Dam Spill Alert Device – 1977

Recipient - Inter Fraternity Association Undergraduate Teaching Award – 1977 – 1978

Co-Recipient - 1st Neal Rice Award of the International Briquetting and Agglomeration

Society (IBA), 1979

Recipient - Western Electric Fund Award American Society of Engineering Education, 1980

Recipient - Delaware Valley, Engineer-of-the-Year – 1981

Recipient - Honorary Doctorate of Engineering Science, Spring Garden College, Philadelphia,

PA and Commencement Speaker, June, 1981

Recipient - Harry L. Bowman Professor of Civil Engineering, Drexel University,

Philadelphia, PA – 1984

Recipient - Civil Engineer-of-the-Year, Philadelphia, PA – 1989

President - North American Geosynthetics Society (NAGS) – 1989-1991

Recipient - Honorary Member in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) – 1992

Recipient - 1st Mercer Lecturer (IGS/ISSMFEE) – 1992

Recipient - Centennial Certificate, The American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) –

1993

Recipient - Award of Merit and Fellow (ASTM) – 1994

Recipient - Award of Merit in Design (IGS) – 1994

Co-Recipient - Award of Excellence (NAGS) – 1995

Recipient - 32nd Terzaghi Lecturer (ASCE) – 1996

Co-Recipient - 1st T. Allen Haliburton Award (ASTM) – 1996

Recipient - 2nd Giroud Lecturer (IGS) – 1998

Member - National Academy of Engineering – 1998

Recipient - 1st Burmister Lecturer (Columbia Univ.) – 1999

Recipient - 2nd Terzaghi Lecturer (TU Vienna) – 1999

Recipient - 8th Kersten Lecturer (Univ. Minnesota) – 2000

Co-Recipient - James R. Croes Medal (ASCE) – 2000

Recipient - 4th George Sowers Lecture (Geo. Tech) – 2001

Recipient - 2nd CE Department Alumni Lecture (Drexel Univ.) – 2001

Recipient - 10th Jack Hilf Lecture (Univ. Colorado) – 2002

Recipient - 2nd U.K. Geosynthetics Lecture (ICE-London) – 2002

Recipient - Drexel’s College of Engineering Lifetime Achievement Award – 2003

Honoree - Symposium on Research Legacy of R. M. Koerner at Drexel University – 2004

Recipient - 12th Brooks Ernst Lecture (ASCE-Cleveland) – 2004

Recipient - 10th T. H. Wu Lecture (Ohio State University) – 2004

Honoree - R. M. Koerner Symposium on Geosynthetic Structures (ASCE-Mechanics Div. –

2005

Recipient - Award of “Hero” of GeoInstitute of ASCE – 2005

Recipient - 7th Burmister Lecturer (Columbia University) – 2005

Recipient - Engineer of the Year (College of Engineering - Drexel University) – 2006

Recipient - 1st Theodore Sigmon Lecturer (Natl. Acad. Bld. Insp. Engrs.) – 2007

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Recipient - 11th Robert L. Schiffman Lecturer (Cornell University) – 2007

Recipient - 3rd H. C. Nutting Lecture (Cincinnati, OH) – 2007

Recipient - 2nd Distinguished Lecture (Colorado State University) – 2007

Participant - External Advisory Council (University of Delaware) – 2006 to 2008

Honoree - Honorary Membership in International Geosynthetics Society – 2008

Recipient - Diplomat – Geotechnical Engineers Certification – 2009

Co-Recipient - Best Paper in Journal of Geotextiles and Geomembranes – 2010

Participant - Dean’s Advisory Council at Worcester Polytechnic Institute – 2012-14


Recipient - Award of “Legend” by GeoInstitute of ASCE – 2014


Honoree - Robert M. Koerner Symposium on Geoenvironmental Engr., GeoInstitute – 2016

Honoree - Robert M. Koerner Biennial Lecture, Geosynthetic Materials Assoc. – 2017 onward

Honoree - Robert M. Koerner Lecture, GeoMiddle East Conferences – 2017 onward

Editorial Board - Journal Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering – Springer Publ. – 2017 onward

Recipient - A. J. Drexel Paul Alumni Award of Drexel University – 2018-2019

VII. Funded Research Projects

(a) Downdrag Effects on Pile Foundations

National Science Foundation Initiation Grant

(1969-1970) …………………………………………………………………. $ 20,000

(b) Acoustic Emission Monitoring of Earth Dams (with A. E. Lord, Jr.)

Environmental Protection Agency

(1972-1979) …………………………………………………………………. $219,000

(c) Microwave Detection of Subsurface Seepage Patterns (with A. E. Lord, Jr.)


(1976-1982) ……………………………………………………………….. $350,000

(d) Fatigue Behavior of Foundation Walls Using Scale Models (with J. L. Rosenfarb)

U. S. Bureau of Mines

(1978-1980)……………………………………………………………………... $ 46,000

(e) Microseismic Monitoring of Waste Tailings Dams and Embankments

(with A. E. Lord, Jr. and W. M. McCabe)

U. S. Department of Transportation

(1979-1981) ……………………………………………………….…………. $140,000

(f) Feasibility of Using Acoustic Emission Techniques to Predict Ground Stability During

and After Underground Excavation (with A. E. Lord, Jr. and W. M. McCabe)

U. S. Department of Transportation

(1979-1981) ……………………………………………………….……….. $242,000

(g) Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods Applied to Environmental Problems

Involving Hazardous Material Spills (with A. E. Lord, Jr.)

U. S. Environmental Protection Agency

(1980-1986) …………………………………………………………………… $500,000

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(h) Transmissivity Studies in Geotextiles Crown Zellerbach Corp.

(1981-1986)……………………………………………………………….…….. $ 92,000

(i) Source Location Studies in Seepage, Grouting and Hydrofracture Using Acoustic

Emission (with J. D. Leaird)

National Science Foundation

(1982-1985) …………………………………………………………………. $123,000

(j) Determination of Stress History in Soil and Rock Using Acoustic Emission

(with A. E. Lord, Jr.)

Army Research Office

(1982-1985) ………………………………………………………………….. $158,000

(k) Laboratory Evaluation of Lateral Flow in Geocomposites

Mirafi, Inc.

(1984-1989) ………………………………………………………………….. $150,000

(l) Fundamental Approach to Service Life Prediction of Flexible Membrane Liners

(with A. E. Lord, Jr.)


(1983-1986) ……………………………………………………….……….. $190,000

(m) Stabilization of Spent Hydrocarbon Wastes (with J. P. Martin)

Sun Oil Co.

(1983-1990) ………………………………………………………………….. $150,000

(n) Characterization of Geotextiles

E. I. du Pont, Inc.

(1985-1987) ………………………………………………………………….. $ 48,000

(o) In-Situ Steam Stripping of Soils Contaminated with Volatile Organic Pollutants

(with A. E. Lord)


(1986-1990) ………………..…………………………………………………. $400,000

(p) Behavior of Geosynthetics in Landfill Environments


(1987-1992) ………………………………………………………………….. $450,000

(q) Biological Clogging of Leachate Collection Systems


(1988-1993) ………………………………………………………………….. $600,000

(r) Stress Cracking of HDPE Geomembranes


(1989-1993) ………………………………………………………………….. $600,000

(s) Long Term Performance of Geosynthetics in Drainage Applications

National Cooperative Highway Research Program

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(1990-1993) …………………………………………………………………. $500,000

(t) Geogrid Reinforcement – Design Recommendations

Pennsylvania Dept. of Transportation

(1991-1992) …………………………………………………………………. $50,000

(u) QA/QC of Geosynthetics Technical Resource Manual

University of Texas/EPA

(1992-1993) …………………………………………………………………. $80,000

(v) Performance of Waste Containment Systems

Environmental Protection Agency – with Univ. of Texas and GeoSyntec Consultants

(1993-2001) …………………………………………………………………. $1,000,000

(w) Lifetime Prediction of Geosynthetics

National Science Foundation – with Y. (Grace) Hsuan

(1994-2002) ………………….……………………………………………… $170,000

(x) Miscellaneous Topics in Landfill Behavior

Waste Management Inc.

(2000-present) ................................................................................................... $200,000

(y) Industrial Consortium Funding

Geosynthetic Research Institute/Geosynthetic Institute - currently 61 member organizations

(1987-present)……………………………………………………………….. $~ 12,640,000

VIII. Publications

• Books, Book Chapters, Proceedings and Major Reports: Section (a) - 95

• Refereed Journal Papers and Keynote Lectures: Section (b) - 178

• Conference Proceedings Papers: Section (c) - 273

• Misc. Papers, Articles, Limited Distribution Reports: Section (d) - 217

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(a) Books, Book Chapters, Edited Proceedings

1-63 Koerner, R. M., “Consolidation of Compressible Soils by Sand Drain Installation and

Surcharging,” Master’s Thesis, Drexel Institute of Technology, June, 1963, 120 pgs.

2-68 Koerner, R. M., “The Behavior of Cohesionless Soils Formed from Various

Minerals,” Ph.D., Dissertation, Duke University, July, 1968, (also published a Soil

Mechanics Series #16, Duke University).

3-68 Hill, D. W., Koerner, R. M. and Hahlbohm, V., “Time-Sharing Computer Programs

for Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering,” Structural Mechanics Series No. 6,

University Press, Durham, NC, 1968.

4-69 Koerner, R. M., “Experimental Soil Mechanics,” Vol. I and II – 1969, Revised and

Combined – 1977, Drexel University Press.

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5-71 Koerner, R. M., “Effects of Particle Size and Distribution on the Compaction of Iron

and Nickel Powders,” Modern Developments in Powder Metallurgy, Vol. 4,

Processes, Plenum Press, H. H. Hausner, Ed., 1971, pp. 115-126.

6-78 Rosenfarb, J. L. and Koerner, R. M., Experimental Soil Mechanics, Drexel

University, Press, 1978, 123 pgs.

7-78 Koerner, R. M., “Triaxial Stress State Compaction of Powders,” in Powder

Metallurgy Processing – New Techniques and Analysis, H. Kuhn and A. Lawley,

Editors, Academic Press, 1978, pp. 33-50.

8-79 Koerner, R. M. and Welsh, J. P., Construction Methods and Techniques Using

Synthetic Fabrics, J. Wiley and Sons, Inc., NY, 1980, 267 pgs.

9-79 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr. “Acoustic Emission Monitoring to Determine the

Integrity of Hazardous Waste Dams,” U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPA

625/2-79-024, August, 1979, 20 pgs.

10-80 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., Spill Alert Device for Earth Dam Safety Warning

Systems, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, 108 pgs., 1980.

11-80 Koerner, R. M. and Rosenfarb, J. L., Feasibility of Fatigue Assessment of Block

Walls from Laboratory Scale Methods, Final Report of 2-year Contract JO285013,

U. S. Department of Interior, Bureau of Mines, 1980, 96 pgs.

12-81 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., Microseismic Technique Applied to Waste Dam

Monitoring, Final Report of 2-year Contract JO195043, U. S. Department of the

Interior, Bureau of Mines, 1981, 187 pgs.

13-82 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and McCabe, W. M., Use of Acoustic Emissions to

Predict Ground Stability, Final Report of 2-year Grant No. DOT-FH-11-9672, U. S.

Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Report No.

FHWA/RD-82/052, December 1982, 154 pgs.

14-82 Koerner, R. M., Acoustic Emission Laboratory Testing of Sand, Clay and Peat,

Laboratorium voor Grondmechanica, Delft, The Netherlands, December, 1982, 36 pgs.

15-82 Koerner, R. M. and MacDougall, J. A., Eds., 17th Biennial Conference, Proceedings

of Institute for Briquetting and Agglomeration, Aug. 1981, San Diego, IBA, 404 pgs.

16-83 Koerner, R. M. and MacDougall, J. A., Eds., Elements II of Briquetting and

Agglomeration, IBA, Drexel University Press, 1983, 171 pgs.

17-83 Koerner, R. M. and MacDougall, J. A. Eds., 18th Biennial Conf. Proceedings of

Institute for Briquetting and Agglomeration, August 1983, Reno, 350 pgs.

18-84 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., Microwave System for Locating Faults in

Hazardous Material Dikes, Final Report of 5-year Cooperative Agreement

R80476301, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, 1983, 123 pgs.

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19-84 Koerner, R. M., Construction and Geotechnical Methods in Foundation Engineering,

McGraw-Hill Publ., Co., NY, 496 pgs.

20-86 Koerner, R. M., Soft Soil Stabilization Study for Wilmington Harbor South Dredge

Material Disposal Area, Final Report, USAE Waterways Experiment Station,

Vicksburg, MS, 97 pgs.

21-86 Koerner, R. M. and MacDougall, J. A. Eds., 19th Biennial Conf. Proceedings of

Institute for Briquetting and Agglomeration, Aug. 1985, Baltimore, Maryland, 319

pgs.

22-86 Koerner, R. M. Designing with Geosynthetics, 1st Edition, Prentice-Hall Publ. Co.,

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, 434 pgs.

23-87 Koerner, R. M. and Fowler, J., “Soft Soil Stabilization Using High Strength

Geotextiles and Strip Drains,” Chapter 9 in Geotechnical Modeling and Applications,

S. M. Sayed, Editor, Gulf Publ. Co., 1987, pp. 391-445.

24-87 Richardson, G. N. and Koerner, R. M., “Design Guidance for Geosynthetics in Solid

Waste Landfills and Cells,” U. S. EPA, GRI, 1987, 160 pgs.

25-88 Koerner, R. M., Editor, Soft Soil Stabilization Using Geosynthetics, Elsevier Appl.

Sci. Publ., 1988, 252 pgs.

26-88 Koerner, R. M., et al., The Fabrication of Polyethylene FML Field Seams, Technical

Guidance Document, U. S. EPA/530/SW-89/069, Sept., 1989, 42 pgs.

27-89 Koerner, R. M., Editor, Durability and Aging of Geosynthetics, Elsevier Appl. Sci.

Publ., 1989, 350 pgs.

28-90 Koerner, R. M., Editor, The Seaming of Geosynthetics, Elsevier Appl. Sci. Publ.,

1990, 290 pgs.

29-90 Richardson, G. N. and Koerner, R. M., A Design Primer: Geotextiles and Related

Materials, IFAI, 1990, 150 pgs.

30-90 Koerner, R. M., Editor, Geosynthetic Testing for Waste Containment Applications,

ASTM STP 1081, December 1990, 350 pgs.

31-90 Koerner, R. M., “Geomembrane Overview, Significance and Background,” Chapter

1 in Geomembranes: Identification and Performance Testing, RILEM TC-103, 1990.

32-90 Koerner, R. M. and Wayne, M. H., “Geomembrane Anchorage Behavior Using a

Large Scale Pullout Apparatus,” Chapter 9 in Geomembranes: Identification and

Performance Testing, RILEM TOC-103, 1990.

33-90 Koerner, R. M., Halse, Y. H. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Stress Cracking of Semi-

Crystalline Geomembranes,” Chapter 11 in Geomembranes: Identification and

Performance Testing, RILEM TC-103, 1990

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34-90 Koerner, R. M., Designing with Geosynthetics, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall Publ. Co.

Englewood Cliffs, NJ, 652 pgs.

35-91 Koerner, R. M., Inspection Techniques for the Fabrication of Geomembrane Field

Seams, U. S. EPA Technical Resource Document, EPA/530/SW-91/051, May 1991,

173 pgs.

36-92 Koerner, R. M., Editor, Geosynthetics in Filtration, Drainage and Erosion Control,

Elsevier, 1992, 310 pgs.

37-92 Koerner, R. M., Geomembrane Liners, Chapter 8 in Geotechnical Practice for Waste

Disposal, D. E. Daniel, Editor, Chapman-Hall, London, 1992, pp. 164-186.

38-92 Koerner, R. M., Collection and Removal Systems, Chapter 9 in Geotechnical

Practice for Waste Disposal, D. E. Daniel, Editor, Chapman-Hall, London, 1992, pp.

187-213.

39-92 Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., Final Cover Systems, Chapter 18 in Geotechnical

Practice for Waste Disposal, D. E. Daniel Editor, Chapman-Hall, London, 1992, pp.

455-496.

40-93 Koerner, R. M., Editor, Landfill Closures: Geosynthetics, Interface Friction and

New Developments, Elsevier, 1993, 257 pgs.

41-93 Koerner, R. M., Editor, MQC/MQA and CQC/CQA of Geosynthetics, IFAI, 1993,

267 pgs.

42-93 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G. and Lord, A. E. Jr., Stress Cracking Behavior of HDPE

Geomembranes and Its Prevention, EPA/600/R-93/092, June 1993, 94 pgs.

43-93 Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., QA/QC of Waste Containment Systems, U. S.

EPA, Technical Resource Document, EPA/600/R-93/182, Washington, DC, 1993,

350 pgs.

44-94 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Fahim, A. K. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Long Term

Performance of Geosynthetics in Drainage Applications, NCHRP Final Report No.

367, Washington, DC, 1994, 54 pgs.

43-94 Koerner, R. M., Designing with Geosynthetics, 3rd Ed., Prentice Hall, 1994, 783 pgs.

46-94 Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Editors, Geosynthetic Liner Systems:

Innovations, Concerns and Designs, IFAI, 1994, 287 pgs.

47-95 Koerner, R. M., Gartung, E. and Zanzinger, H., Editors, Geosynthetic Clay Liners,

Balkema, Rotterdam, 1995, 245 pgs.

48-95 Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., Quality Assurance and Quality Control for Waste

Containment Facilities, ASCE, New York, 1995, 354 pgs.

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49-95 Hsuan, Y. (Grace) and Koerner, R. M., Editors, Geosynthetics Resins, Formulations

and Manufacturing, IFAI, 1995, 33p pgs.

50-96 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., Editors, Geosynthetics in Infrastructure

Enhancement and Remediation, GII Publ., Philadelphia, 1996, 265 pgs.

51-97 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Hsuan, Y. G., Editors, Field Performance of

Geosynthetics and Geosynthetic Related Systems, GII Publ., Philadelphia, 1997, 299

pgs.

52-97 Koerner, R. M. and Daniel, D. E., Final Covers for Solid Waste Landfills and

Abandoned Dumps, ASCE Press, 256 pgs.

53-98 Koerner, R. M., Designing with Geosynthetics, 4th Ed., Prentice Hall, 1998, 761 pgs.

54-98 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Soong, T.-Y., Editors, Field

Installation of Geosynthetics, GII Publ., Philadelphia, 1998, 304 pgs.

55-98 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Soong, T.-Y., Editors, Lessons

Learned from Geosynthetics Case Histories, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 1999, 354 pgs.

56-99 Bonaparte, R., Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., “Assessment and

Recommendations for Optimal Performance of Waste Containment Systems,” Final

Report U. S. EPA Proj. CR-821448, 1999, ~ 1500 pgs.

57-99 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Ashley, M. V., Editors,

Geosynthetics in the Future: Year 2000 and Beyond, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 1999,

465 pgs.

58-00 Koerner, R. M., “The Genesis of Landfill Liner Systems in the United States,” Year

2000 – Geotechnics, A. S. Balasubramanian, Ed., Asian Inst. Of Tech., Thailand.

59-00 Bonaparte, R., Carson, D. A., Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., “Lessons Learned

from Slope Failures Involving Geosynthetics Clay Liners at Landfill Cover Test

Plots,” Geosynthetics: Lessons Learned from Failures, J. P. Giroud, K. L. Soderman

and G. P. Raymond Eds., IFAI, 2000, 35 pgs.

60-00 Koerner, R. M. and Hsuan, Y. G., “Geosynthetics: Characteristics and Testing,”

Chapter 7 in Geosynthetics Book by R. K. Rowe (Ed.), 2000, pp. 173-196.

61-00 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Ashley, M. V., Editors, Hot Topics

in Geosynthetics: I, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 2000, 452 pgs.


in Geosynthetics II, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 2001, 313 pgs.

63-02 Qian, X., Koerner, R. M. and Gray, D. H., Geotechnical Aspects of Landfill Design

and Construction, Prentice Hall Publ. Co., 2002, 717 pgs.

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in Geosynthetics III, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 2002, 322 pgs.

65-02 Bonaparte, R., Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., Assessment and Recommendations

for Improving the Performance of Waste Containment Systems, EPA/600/R-02/099,

December, 2002, 1039 pgs.

66-02 Zanzinger, H., Koerner, R. M. and Gartung, E., Eds., Clay Geosynthetic Barriers, A.

A. Balkema, The Netherlands, 2002, 399 pgs.

67-03 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. and Ashley, M., Hot Topics in

Geosynthetics IV, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 2003, 365 pgs.

68-04 Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., Quality Assurance and Quality Control for Waste

Containment Facilities, 2nd Edition, ASCE, New York 1994, 395 pgs.

69-05 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. and Ashley, M., “Geosynthetics

Research-in-Progress,” Proc. of GRI-18 Conference, Austin, TX, 2005, 200 pgs.

70-05 Koerner, R. M., Designing With Geosynthetics - 5th Edition, Prentice-Hall, Upper

Saddle River, NJ, ~ 775 pgs.

71-05 Klapperich, H., Cazzuffi, D., Koerner. R. M. and Vollruth, L. Eds. (2005), The Use

of Geosynthetics in Soil Reinforcement and Dynamics, Proc. ECI Intl. Conf., Schloss

Pillnitz Dresden, VGE Publ., Essen, Germany, 561 pgs.

72-05 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, G. R. and Ashley, M. V. (Editors),

Geosynthetic R&D In Progress, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 2005, Las Vegas, NV, 258 pgs.

73-06 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2005), “Background and Overview of

Geosynthetic Clay Liners,” Geosynthetic Clay Liners, J. J. Bowders and A. Bouazza

Eds., A. A. Balkema Publishers, Rotterdam, Netherlands, pp. __.

74-06 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. (2005), “Durability and Lifetime of the Geotxtile

Fibers of Geosynthetic Clay Liners,” J. J. Bowders and A. Bouazza Eds., A A.

Balkema Publishers, Rotterdam, Netherlands, pp. __.

75-06 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Ashley, M., Eds. (2006), Hot

Topics in Geosynthetics V, GII Publ., Folsom, PA.

76-06 Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M. (2006), Waste Containment Facilities: Guidance

for Quality Assurance and Quality Control of Liner and Cover Systems, 2nd Edition,

ASCE Press, Reston, VA, 352 pgs.

77-07 Koerner, R. M. (2007), The Design Principles of Geosynthetics, Chapter 1,

Geosynthetics in Civil Engineering, R. W. Sarsby Ed., pp. 3-19.

78-07 Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. (2007), Durability of

Geosynthetics, Chapter 3, Geosynthetics in Civil Engineering, Edited by R. W.

Sarsby, Woodhead Publ. Co., Cambridge, England, pp. 36-61.

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79-07 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Ashley, M. V., Eds., (2007),

“Geosynthetics to Prevent or Mitigate Terrorism and Natural Disasters,” Proc. GRI-

20, GII Publication, Folsom, PA, ca. 300 pgs.


“Geosynthetics Use in Agriculture and Aquaculture,” Proc. GRI-21, GII Publication,

Folsom, PA, 144 pgs.

81-09 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Ashley, M., Eds., (2009), “It’s All

in the Details,” Proc. GRI-22, GII Publication, Folsom, PA, 127 pgs.


“Geosynthetic Materials Durability,” Proc. GRI-23, GII Publications, Folsom, PA,

45 pgs.

83-10 Zanzinger, H., Koerner, R. M. and Touze-Foltz, N. (2010), Geosynthetic Clay

Liners: 3rd Int. Symposium, September 15-16, Wurzburg, Germany, 373 pgs.

84-10 European Committee and Koerner, R. M. (2010), “Geomembrane Sealing Systems

for Dams; Design Principles and Review of Experience,” Intl. Comm. on Large

Dams, Paris, France, 464 pgs.

85-10 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2010), “Background and Overview of

Geosynthetic Clay Liners,” Chapter 1 in Geosynthetic Clay Liners for Waste

Containment Facilities,” A. Bouazza and J. J. Bowders Eds., CCR Press, pp. 1-16.

86-10 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. (2010), “Durability and Lifetime of the Geotextile

Fibers of Geosynthetic Clay Liners,” Chapter 2 in Geosynthetic Clay Liners for

Waste Containment Facilities, A. Bouazza and J. J. Bowders, Eds., CRC Press, pp.

17-29.

87-11 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Ashley, M. V., Eds.,

“Sustainability Using Geosynthetics,” 2011 Proc. GRI-24, GII Publication, Folsom,

PA, 190 pgs.

88-12 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Ashley, M. V., Eds.(2012) , “A

25-Year Retrospective of the Geosynthetic Industry and Glimpses Into the Future,”

2012 Proc. GRI-25, GII Publication, Folsom, PA, 405 pgs.

89-12 Koerner, R. M., “Designing With Geosynthetics,” 6th Edition, 2012, Xlibris

Publication, Indianapolis, IN, 942 pgs.

90-16 Koerner, R. M. Ed. (2016), “Geotextiles,” Woodhead Publishing Co., London,

England, 652 pgs.

91-16 Koerner, R. M. (2016), “Earth Background and History of Geotextiles,” Chapter 1 in

Geotextile Book, Woodhead Publ. Co., R. M. Koerner Editor, pp. 3-16.

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92-16 Koerner, R. M. (2016), “Long-Term Geotextile Degradation Mechanisms and

Exposed Lifetime Predictions,” Chapter 11 in Geotextile Book, Woodhead Publ. Co.,

R. M. Koerner Editor, pp. 217-236.

93-16 Koerner, G. R. (2016), “Geotextiles Used in Separation,” Chapter 12 in Geotextile

Book, Woodhead Publ. Co., R. M. Koerner Editor, pp. 237-256.

94-16 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Huang, W. (2016), “Geotextile Tubes for

Dewatering and Decontamination of Fine-Grained Soils,” Chapter 23 in Geotextile

Book, Woodhead Publ. Co., R. M. Koerner Editor, pp. 483-494.

95-19 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2019), “Polymeric Geomembrane Components

in Landfill Liners,” Chapter 7.3 in Solid Waste Landfilling, R. Cossu and R. Stegman

Editors, Elsevier, Inc., pp. 313-341.

(b) Referred Journal Papers and Keynote Lectures

1-69 Koerner, R. M., “Limiting Density Behavior of Quartz Powders,” Journal of Powder

Technology, Vol. 3, No. 4, 1969, pp. 208-212.

2-70 Koerner, R. M., “Behavior of Single Mineral Soils in Triaxial Shear,” ASCE, Journal

of Soil Mechanics & Foundations Div., Vol. 96, SM4, 1970, p. 1373-1390.

3-70 Koerner, R. M., “Effect of Particle Characteristics on Soil Strength, ASCE, Journal

Soil Mechanics & Foundations Div., Vol. 96, SM4, 1970, pp. 1221-1234.

4-71 Koerner, R. M., “Experimental Behavior of Downdrag in Deep Foundations,” Tech.

Note, ASCE, Journal of Soil Mechanics & Foundations Div., Vol. 97, SM2, 1971, p.

515-520.

5-71 Koerner, R. M. and Quirus, F. J., “High Density P/M Compacts Utilizing Shear

Stresses,” International Journal of Powder Metallurgy, Freiburg, Germany, Vol. 3,

No. 4, 1971, pp. 3-9.

6-71 Koerner, R. M., “Triaxial Compaction of Metal Powders,” Powder Metallurgy

International, Freiburg, Germany, Vol. 3, No. 4, 1971, pp. 186-188.

7-71 Koerner, R. M., “Effects of Particle Size and Size Distribution on the Compaction of

Iron and Nickel Powders,” Modern Development in Powder Metallurgy, Vol. 4,

Processes, Plenum Press, H. H. Hausner, Ed., 1971, pp. 115-126.

8-72 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Acoustic Emissions in a Medium Plasticity

Clayey Silt,” Tech. Note, ASCE, Journal of Soil Mechanics and Foundation Div.,

Vo. 98, January, 1972, pp. 161-165.

9-72 Beard. R. B., DeRosa, J. F., Koerner, R. M., Dubin, S. E. and Lee, K. J., “Porous

Cathodes for Implantable Hybrid Cells,” IEEE Trans. on Biomed. Engr., May 1972,

pp. 233-238.

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10-72 Koerner, R. M. and Mukhopadhyay, C., “The Behavior of Negative Skin Friction on

Model Piles in Medium Plasticity Silt,” Highway Research Board, Washington, DC,

Record #405, Oct., 1972, pp. 34-44.

11-73 Koerner, R. M., “A New Pressing Method: Triaxial Compaction,” American

Ceramic Society Bulletin, Vol. 52, No. 7, 1973, pp. 566-569.

12-73 Koerner, R. M., Beard, R. B., DeRosa, J. F. and Miller, S. A., “Porous Electrode-

Tissue Interface Studies for Implantable Power Sources,” Letters in Applied and

Engineering Sciences, Pergamon Press, Vol. 1, 1973, pp. 163-177.

13-74 Koerner, R. M. and Partos, A., “Settlement of Building on Pile Foundation in Sand,”

Journal of the Geotechnical Engr. Div., ASCE, Vol. 100, No. CT3, May 1974, pp.

265-278.

14-74 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Acoustic Emission Response of Dry Soils,”

Journal of Testing and Evaluation, ASTM, Vol. 100, No. 3, May 1974, pp. 159-162.

15-74 Partos, A. and Koerner, R. M., “Monitoring Consolidation Settlements of Soft Soils

Induced by Dewatering,” ASTM Spec. Tech. Publ. #5, 1975, pp. 111-126.

16-74 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Acoustic Emission in Stressed Soil samples,”

Journal Acoustic. Soc. Am., Vo. 56, No. 6, Dec. 1974, pp. 1924-1927.

17-74 Mortimer, R. W. and Koerner, R. M., “Integrated Industry/University Design: Fact

or Fiction,” ASME, 74-WA/DE-28, pp. 1-4.

18-75 Beard, R. D., DeRosa, J. F., Dubin, S. F., Strum, L., Koerner, R. M. and Miller, A.

S., “Materials Characterization of Implantable Porous Electrodes,” Natl. Bur. of Stds.

Spec. Publ. 415, May 1975, pp. 55-61.

19-75 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Acoustic Emissions in Soils and Their Use in

Assessing Earth Dam Stability,” Journal Acoust. Soc. Am., Vol. 57, No. 2, Feb.

1975, pp. 416-419.

20-75 Metzger, G. V. and Koerner, R. M., “Laboratory Modeling of Soil Densification by

Vibroflotation,” Tech. Note, Geotechnical Div., ASCE, Vol. 101, No. GT4, April

1975, pp. 417-421.

21-75 McCabe, W. M. and Koerner, R. M., “High Pressure Shear Strength Investigation of

an Antistrophic Mica Shist Rock,” Jour. of Rock Mech. Mining Sci. & Geomech.

Abstr., Vol. 12, 1975, p. 219-228.

22-75 Lord, A. E., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and McCabe, W. M., “Acoustic Emission Behavior

of Sand as Used in Foundation Bearing Capacity,” Materials Evaluation, Jour. of the

ANST, May 1976, pp. 103-108.

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23-76 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Acoustic Emission Monitoring of Earth Dam

Stability,” Water Power and Dam Construction, Vol. 28, No. 4, April 1976, London,

pp. 45-49.

24-76 McCabe, W. M., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Acoustic Emission Behavior

of Concrete Laboratory Specimens,” American Concrete Institute, ACI Jour., July

1976, pp. 7-371.

25-76 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr., McCabe, W. M. and Curran, J. W., “Acoustic

Emission Behavior of Granular Soils,” Jour. of Geotechnical Div., ASCE, Vol. 102,

No. GT7, July 1976, pp. 761-773.

26-76 Lord, A. E., Jr., Curran, J. W. and Koerner, R. M., “New Transducer System for

Determining Dynamic Mechanical Properties and Attenuation in Soils,” J. Acoust.

Soc. Am., Vol. 60, No. 2, August 1976, pp. 517-520.

27-77 Brugger, J. W., Beck, J. W., Maricovich, D. C., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M.,

“Moisture Measurements in Sand Using Basic Microwave Optics Setup,” Amer.

Jour. of Physics, Vol. 45, No. 1, January 1977, pp. 80-89.

28-77 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and McCabe, W. M., “Acoustic Emission Behavior

of Cohesive Soils,” Jour. of Geotech. Engr. Div., ASCE, Vol. 103, No. GT8, August

1977, pp. 837-850.

29-77 Lord, A. E., Jr., Deisher, J. N. and Koerner, R. M., “Attenuation of Elastic Waves in

Pipelines as Applied to Acoustic Emission Leak Detection,” Vol. 25, No. 11, Matls.

Evaluation, Jour. of Amer. Soc. of Nondest. Testing, Nov. 77, pp. 49-54 also

published in summary form in Conf. Proc. of ANST 1977 Spring Meeting, Phoenix,

Arizona.

30-77 Lord, A. E. Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Modified Soil Strain Gage,” Jour. of Geotech.

Engr. Div., ASCE, Tech. Note, Vol. 103, No. GT7, July 1977, pp. 789-793.

31-78 Koerner, R. M., “Compaction of Powders Using the Triaxial Method,” Journal of

Powder and Bulk Solids Technology, Vol. 1, No. 3, Winter, 1977, pp. 50-54.

32-78 Okrasinski, T. A., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Microwave Interference

Detection of Subsurface Water,” Jour. of Geotechnical Engr. Div., ASCE, Tech.

Note, Vol. 104, No. GT1, January 1978, pp. 119-124.

33-78 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and McCabe, W. M., “Acoustic Emission Monitoring

of Soil Stability,” Journal of Geotechnical Engineering Division, ASCE, Vol. 104,

No. GT5, May 1978, pp. 517-582.

34-78 Koerner, R. M. and Okrasinski, T. A., “Soil Erosion Control Using Polyvinyl

Alcohol,” Journal of Construction Division, ASCE, Vol. 104, No. CO3, Sept., 1978,

pp. 279-294.

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35-78 Koerner, R. M., McCabe, W. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Advances in Acoustic

Emission Monitoring,” Int’l. Water Powder and Dam Construction, London, Vol. 30,

No. 10, October 1978, pp. 38-41.

36-78 Okrasinski, T. A., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Dielectric Constant

Determination of Soils at L-Band Microwave Frequencies,” Journal of Geotechnical

Testing, ASTM, Sept. 1978, Vol. 1, No. 3, pp. 134-140.

37-78 Koerner, R. M., “Triaxial Stress State Compaction of Powders,” in Powder

Metallurgy Processing – New Techniques and Analysis,” H. Kuhn and A. Lawley,

Editors, Academic Press, 1978, pp. 33-50.

38-79 Lord, A. E., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Reif, J. S., “Determination of Attenuation and

Penetration Depth of Microwaves in Soil,” Geotechnical Testing Journal, ASTM,

Vol. 2, No. 2, June, 1979, pp. 77-83.

39-79 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Estimated Magnitude of Acoustic Emissions in

Soil,” Technical Note, Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division, ASCE,

Vol. 105, No. GT10, October, 1979, pp. 1249-1253.

40-79 Koerner, R. M., Reif, J. S. and Burlingame, M. J., “Detection Methods for Location

of Subsurface Water and Seepage,” Journal of Geotechnical Division, ASCE, Vol.

105, No. GT11, November 1979, pp. 1303-1316.

41-79 Koerner, R. M. and Koczak, M. J. “Isostatic Compaction Behavior of Avicel

Microcrystalline Cellulose for Personal Care Products,” Three Part Feature Article,

Drug and Cosmetic Industry; Part 1 – May 1979; Part 2 – June 1979, Part 3 – July

1979, by Harcourt, Brace, Javanoich, Inc.

42-80 Koerner, R. M. and Welsh, J. P., “Fabric Forms Conform to Any Shape,” Concrete

Construction, Vol. 25, No. 3, May 1980, pp. 401-409.

43-80 Koerner, R. M., McCabe, W. M. and Baldiviesco, L. F., “Acoustic Emission

Monitoring of Seepage,” Journal Geotech. Engr. Div., ASCE, Tech. Note, Vol. 107,

No. GT4, April 1981, pp. 521-526.

44-81 Koerner, R. M., McCabe, W. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., 1981, “Acoustic Emission

Behavior and Monitoring of Soils,” State-of-the-Art Review, ASTM, SPT 1982.

45-81 Jones, L. D., Koczak, M. J. and Koerner, R. M., “The Effects of Microcrystalline

Cellulose Upon the Mixing and Compaction Response of Ferrous Powders,” Journal

of Powder Technology, Vol. 30, No. 1, Sept./Oct., 1981, pp. 9-19.

46-81 Koerner, R. M., McCabe, W. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Overview of Acoustic

Emission Monitoring of Rock Structures,” Rock Mechanics, Vol. 14, Springer-

Verlag, Vienna, 1981, pp. 27-35.

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47-81 Boyce, G. M., Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and McCabe, W. M., “Acoustic

Emission Signature of Various Rock Types in Tension,” Journal ASNT, Materials

Evaluation, Vol. 39, No. 11, October 1981, pp. 1051-1057.

48-82 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr., Bowders, J. J. and Dougherty, W. M., “CW

Microwave Location of Voids Beneath Paved Areas,” Jour. of Geotech. Engr. Div.,

ASCE, Vol. 108, No. GT1, Jan., 1982, pp. 133-144.

49-82 Lord, A. E., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Freestone, F. J., “The Identification and Location

of Buried Containers via Non-Destructive Testing Methods,” Jour. Hazardous

Materials, Vol. 5, No. 3, Feb., 1982, pp. 221-233.

50-82 Bowders, J. J., Jr., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Sensitivity Study of a

Ground Probing Radar System,” Tech. Note, Geotechnical Testing Journal, ASTM,

Vol. 5, No. 3/4, Sept./Dec., 1982, pp. 96-100.

51-82 Lord, A. E., Jr., Fisk, C. L. and Koerner, R. M., “Utilization of Steel Rods as AE

Waveguides,” Jour. Geotech. Engr. Div., ASCE, Tech. Note, Vol. 108, No. GT2,

Feb. 1982, pp. 300-305.

52-82 Bowders, J. J., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Buried Container Detection

Using Ground-Probing Radar,” Jour. Hazardous Materials, Vol. 7, 1982, pp. 1-17.

53-83 Koerner, R. M., “The Emerging Field of Geotextiles in Construction and Civil

Engineering,” Journal of National Development, Intercontinental Publ., Westport,

CT, March 1983, pp. 38-43.

54-83 Tyagi, S., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Use of a Very Low Frequency (VLF)

Electromagnetic Method at 9.5 KHz to Detect Buried Drums in Sandy Soil,” Jour.

Hazardous Materials, Vol. 7, No. 4, March 1983, pp. 353-374.

55-83 Tyagi, S., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Use of a Metal Detector to Detect

Buried Drums in Sandy Soil,” Jour. Hazardous Materials, Vol. 7, No. 4, March 1983,

pp. 375-383.

56-83 Tyagi, S., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Use of a Proton Precession

Magnetometer to Detect Buried Drums in Sandy Soil,” Jour. Hazardous Materials,

Vol. 8, 1983, pp. 11-23.

57-83 Fang, H. Y. and Koerner, R. M., “In Situ Measurements of Blasting Induced Crack

Vibrations in Residential Houses,” Jour. Chinese Blasting and Explosives Society,

April, 1982, pp. 23-36.

58-83 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “A Simple, Physical Calculation of the Response

of a Buried Conducting Drum to Electromagnetic Induction Searching,” Jour.

Hazardous Materials, Vol. 8, No. 2, Sept. 1983, pp. 121-128.

59-83 Koerner, R. M. and Bove, J. A., “In-Plane Hydraulic Properties of Geotextiles,”

Geotech. Testing Jour., ASTM, Vol. 6, No. 4, December 1983, pp. 190-195.

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60-83 Hwang, J. C. and Koerner, R. M., “Groundwater Pollution Source Identification from

Limited Monitoring Well Data: Part 1, Theory and Feasibility,” Jour. Hazardous

Materials, Vol. 8, No. 2, September 1983, pp. 105-120.

61-83 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “An Acoustic Pressuremeter to Determine In-

Situ Soil Properties,” Jour. of Acoustic Emissions, Vol. 2, No. 3, July 1983, pp. 187-

190.

62-83 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Acoustic Emissions in Geological Materials,”

Jour. of Acoustic Emissions, Vol. 2, No. 3, July 1983, pp. 195-220.

63-84 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Deutsch, W. L., “Determination of Prestress in

Granular Soils Using AE,” Jour. Geotech. Engr. Div., ASCE, Vol. 110, No. 3, Mar.

1984, pp. 346-358.

64-84 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Deutsch, W. L., “Acoustic Emission

Determination of Preconsolidation in Cohesive Soils in the Laboratory,” Jour.

Geotech. Engr. Div., ASCE, Oct. 1983.

65-84 Koerner, R. M., “Geomembranes: Engineering Applications,” National

Development, The Asia Infrastructure Journal, Jan./Feb. 1984, Intercontinental

Publications, pp. 57-65.

66-84 Martin, J. P. and Koerner, R. M., “The Influence of Vadose Zone Conditions in

Groundwater Pollution: Part I. Basic Principles and Static Conditions,” Jour.

Hazardous Materials, Vol. 8, No. 4, May, 1984, pp. 349-366.

67-84 Koerner, R. M., Bove, J. A. and Martin, J. P., “Water and Air Transmissivity of

Geotextiles,” Intl. Jour. Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Elsevier, Vol. 1, No. 1,

1984, pp. 57-74.

68-84 Martin, J. P. and Koerner, R. M., “The Influence of Vadose Zone Conditions in

Groundwater Pollution: Part II: Fluid Movement,” Jour. of Hazardous Materials,

Vol. 9, No. 2, Aug., 1984, pp. 181-208.

69-84 Hwang, J. C. Koerner, R. M., Cho, W. C. and Young, K. S., “An Eigenvalue

Technique for Solute Transport,” Jour. Hyd. Engr., ASCE, Vol. 110, No. 10, Oct.

1984, pp. 1302-1314.

70-85 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Spill Alert Device for Earth Dam Failure

Warning,” Jour. of Hazardous Materials, Vol. 9, 1984, pp. 373-380.

71-85 McElroy, J. J., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “An Acoustic Jack to Assess In-

Situ Rock Behavior,” Int. Jour. Rock Mech. Min. Sci. and Geomech. Abs., Vol. 22,

No. 1, 1985, Pergamon Press, p. 21-29.

72-85 Lord, A. E., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Sand, R. N., “Laboratory Leak Detection in Gas

and Liquid Storage Tanks Using Continuous Wave Acoustic Emissions,” Jour. of

Acoustic Emission, Vol. 4, No. 1, Jan.-Mar. 1985, pp. 31-39.

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73-85 Martin, J. P. and Koerner, R. M., “Geotechnical Design Considerations for

Geomembrane Lined Slopes: Slope Stability,” Intl. Jour. Geotextiles and

Geomembranes, Vol. 2, No. 4, 1985, pp. 229-321.

74-86 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Diffusion of Water from Soils Encapsulated by

Impregnated Geomembranes (MESL’s),” Int’l. Jour. Geotextiles and


75-86 Koerner, R. M., Martin, J. P. and Koerner, G. R., “Shear Strength Parameters

Between Geomembranes and Cohesive Soils,” Int’l. Jour. Geotextiles and


76-86 Koerner, R. M., “Use of Flexible Membrane Liners for Industrial and Hazardous

Waste Disposal,” Third Int’l. Symp. on Industrial and Hazardous Waste, Alexandria,

Egypt, June 1985, ASTM STP 933, 1986, pp. 195-207.

77-87 Koerner, R. M. and Hausmann, M. R., “Strength Requirements of Geosynthetics for

Soil Reinforcement,” Geotech. Fabrics Report, IFAI, Vol. 5, No. 1, Jan./Feb., 1987,

pp. 18-26.

78-87 Halse, Y., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Effect of High Levels of Alkalinity

on Geotextiles: Part I Ca(OH)2 Solutions,” Jour. Geotextiles & Geomembranes, Vol.

5, No. 4, 1987, pp. 261-282.

79-88 Halse, Y., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Effect of Dissolved Oxygen on the

Measured Permittivity Geotextiles,” Geotech. Test. Jour., ASTM, Vol. 11, No. 2,

June 1988, pp. 158-160.

80-88 Lord, A. E. Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Swan, R. H. Jr., “Chemical Mass Transport

Measurements to Determine Flexible Membrane Lifetime,” Geotech. Test. Jour.,

ASTM, Vol. 11, No. 2, 1988, pp. 83-91.

81-88 Wayne, M. H. and Koerner, R. M., “Effect of Wind Uplift on Liner Systems,”

Geotech. Fabrics Report, IFAI, Vol. 6, No. 4, July/Aug. 1988, pp. 26-29.

82-88 Koerner, R. M., Hwu, B.-L. and Wayne, M. H., “Soft Soil Stabilization Designs

Using Geosynthetics,” Jour. Geotex. And Geomemb., Vol. 6, Nos. 1-3, 1988, pp. 35-

51.

83-88 Halse, Y., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Effect of High Alkalinity Levels on

Geotextiles Part 2: NaOH Solution,” Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 6, No. 4,

1987, pp. 295-305.

84-88 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and Halse, Y., “Long Term Durability and Aging of

Geosynthetics,” Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 7, Nos. 1 and 2, 1988, pp. 147-

158.

85-89 Koerner, R. M. and Hwu, B.-L., “Geomembrane Use in Transportation Systems,”

Public Works Magazine, Vol. 102, No. 10, Sept. 1989, pp. 135-139 and

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Transportation Research Record, No. 1248 Fed. High. Admin., Washington, DC,

1990, pp. 34-44.

86-89 Halse, Y., Lord, A. E. Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Stress Cracking Morphology of

HDPE Geomembrane Seams,” ASTM, STP 1076, 1989, pp. 78-89.

87-89 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Biological Clogging in Leachate Collection

Systems,” Proc. GRI Seminar on Aging and Durability of Geosynthetics, Elsevier

Publishing Co., London, England, 1989, pp. 260-277.

88-89 Halse, Y. H., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Laboratory Evaluation of Stress

Cracking in HDPE Geomembrane Seams,” GRI Seminar on Aging and Durability of

Geosynthetics, Elsevier Publishing Co., London, England, 1989, pp. 177-194.

89-89 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Halse, Y. H., “Polymer Durability – The Material Aspects,” GRI

Seminar on Aging and Durability of Geosynthetics, Elsevier Publishing Co., London,

England, 1989, pp. 293-330.

90-89 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Biological Activity and Remediation Involving

Geotextile Landfill Leachate Filters,” ASTM 1081, Las Vegas, NV, 1990, pp. 313-

334.

91-90 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Hwu, B.-L., “Three Dimensional, Axi-

Symmetric Geomembrane Tension Test,” ASTM STP 1081, Las Vegas, NV, 1990,

170-184.

92-90 Halse, Y., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Ductile-Brittle Transition Time in PE

Geomembrane Sheet,” ASTM STP 1081, Las Vegas, NV, 1990, 59-109.

93-90 Koerner, R. M., “Preservation of the Environment via Geosynthetic Containment

Systems,” Keynote Lecture, Proc. 4th Intl. Conf. on Geosynthetics, Holland, 1990,

pp. 975-989.

94-90 Lord, A. E., Jr., Halse, Y. H. and Koerner, R. M., “Emerging Methods for

Geomembrane Seaming,” Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 9, No. 4-6, 1990, pp.

357-386.

95-90 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Nondestructive Evaluation of Geomembrane

Seams: Methods in Development,” Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 9, No. 4-6,

190, pp. 431-44.

96-90 Hwu, B.-L. and Koerner, R. M., “Geocomposite Sheet Drain Joining,” Jour. Geotex.

and Geomemb., Vol. 9, No. 4-6, 1990, pp. 501-506.

97-90 Wayne, M. H., Carey, J. E. and Koerner, R. M., “Epoxy Bonding of Geotextiles,”

Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 9, No. 4-6, 1990, pp. 559-564.

98-91 Koerner, R. M. and Hwu, B.-L., “Stability and Tension Considerations Regarding

Cover Soils on Geomembrane Lined Slopes,” Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 10,

No. 4, 1991, pp. 335-355.

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99-91 Koerner, R. M. and Hwu, B.-L., “Prefabricated Highway Edge Drains,”

Transportation Research Record #1329, 1919, pp. 14-20.

100-91 Eith, A. W., Boschuk, J. and Koerner, R. M., “Prefabricated Bentonite Clay Liners,”

Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 10, No. 5-6, 1991, pp. 569-574.

101-91 Lord, A. E. Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Fundamental Approach to Service Life to

Flexible Membrane Liners,” Project Summary, Jour. Hazardous Materials, Vol. 26,

1991, pp. 365-369.

102-91 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Hsuan, Y. H., “Arrhenius Modeling to Predict

Geosynthetic Degradation,” Journal of Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 11, No.

2, 1992, pp. 151-184.

103-92 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Leachate Flow Rate Behavior Through

Geotextile and Soil Filters and Possible Remediation Methods,” Jour. Geotex. and

Geomemb., Vol. 11, No. 4-6, 1992, pp. 401-430.

104-92 Sansone, L. J. and Koerner, R. M., “Fine Fraction Filtration Test to Assess Geotextile

Filter Performance,” Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 11, No. 4-6, 1992, pp. 371-

393.

105-92 Narejo, D. B. and Koerner, R. M., “A Dynamic Filtration Test for Geotextile Filters,”

Tech. Note, Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 11, No. 4-6, 1992, pp. 395-400.

106-92 Eith, A. E. and Koerner, R. M., “Field Evaluation of Geonet Flow Rate Under

Increasing Load,” Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 11, 4-6, 1992, pp. 489-502.

107-93 Koerner, R. M., “Remaining Technical Barriers to Obtaining General Acceptance of

Geosynthetics,” The Inaugural Mercer Lecture, Jour. Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol.

12, No. 1, 1993, pp. 1-52.

108-93 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Elias, V., “Geosynthetic Installation Damage

Under Very Different Backfilling Conditions,” ASTM Symposium on Geosynthetic

Reinforcement Testing Procedures, STP 1190, S. C. Cheng Ed. 1993, pp. 163-183.

109-93 Koerner, R. M., Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Fleck, J. A., “Unconfined and Confined

Wide Width Testing of Geosynthetics,” ASTM Symposium on Geosynthetic

Reinforcement Testing Procedures, STP 1190, S. C. Chang Ed., 1993, pp. 49-63.

110-93 Hsuan, Y., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Degradation of Geosynthetics,”

ASTM Symposium on Geosynthetic Reinforcement Testing Procedures, STP 1190,

S. C. Cheng Ed., 1993, pp. 228-244.

111-93 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Notched Constant Tensile Load

Test (NCTL) for High Density Polyethylene Geomembranes,” Geotechnical Testing

Journal, GTJODJ, Vol. 16, No. 4, 1993, pp. 450-457.

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112-93 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M., and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Test and Recommendations for

Stress Crack Resistance of High Density Polyethylene Geomembranes,” Jour.

Geotech. Engr. Div., ASCE, Vol. 119, No. 11, 1993, pp. 1840-1855.

113-93 Lord, A. E., Jr., Hsuan, Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Time-Temperature Superposition in

Mechanical Durability Testing of Polyethylene Geomembranes,” Geotechnical

Testing Journal, GT JODJ, Vol. 16, No. 2, Jun 1993, pp. 259-262.

114-93 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Elias, V., “Geosynthetic Installation Damage

Under Two Different Backfilling Conditions,” Geosynthetic Soil Reinforcement

Testing Procedures, ASTM STP 1190, S. C. Jonathan Cheng, Ed., American Society

for Testing and Materials, Philadelphia, PA, 1993, pp. 163-183.

115-93 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Koerner, R. M., and Fleck, J. A., “Unconfined and Confined

Wide Width Tension Testing of Geosynthetics,” Geosynthetic Soil Reinforcement

Testing Procedures, ASTM STP 1190, S. C. Jonathan Cheng, Ed., American Society

for Testing and Materials, Philadelphia, PA, 1993, pp. 49-63.

116-93 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “A Review of the Degradation of

Geosynthetic Reinforcing Materials and Various Polymer Stabilization Methods,”

Geosynthetic Soil Reinforcement Testing Procedures, ASTM STP 1190, S. C.

Jonathan Cheng, Ed., American Society for Testing and Materials, Philadelphia, PA,

1993, p. 228-244.

117-93 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Notched Constant Tensile Load

Test (NCTL) for High Density Polyethylene Geomembranes,” Geotechnical Testing

Journal, GTJODJ, Vol. 16, No. 4, December 1993, pp. 450-457.

118-93 Hsuan, T. G., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Stress Crack Resistance of High

Density Polyethylene Geomembranes,” Jour. Geotech. Engr. Div., ASCE, Vol. 119,

No. 11, November 1993, pp. 1840-1855.

119-93 Lord, A. E., Jr., Hsuan, Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Time-Temperature Superposition in

Mechanical Durability Testing of Polyethylene Geomembranes,” Geotechnical

Testing Journal, GTJODJ, Vol. 16, No. 2, June 1993, Technical Note, p. 259-262.

120-94 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Martin, J. P., “Geotextile Filters Used for

Leachate Collection Systems: Testing, Design of Field Behavior,” Jour.

Geotechnical Engr., Div., ASCE, Vol. 120, No. 10, Oct. 1994, pp. 1792-1803.

121-94 Koerner, R. M. and Narejo, D., “On the Bearing Capacity of Hydrated GCLs,” Jour.

of Geotechnical Engr. Div., ASCE, Vol. 121, No. 1, 1994, pp. 82-85.

122-95 Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R., “Geosynthetics for Geoenvironmental

Applications,” Proc. ASCE Spec. Conf. on Geoenvironment 2000, ASCE, New

York, NY, pp. 872-898.

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123-95 Wilson-Fahmy, R., Koerner, R. M. and Harpur, W. A., “Long Term Pullout Behavior

of Polymeric Geogrids,” Jour. Geotechnical Engineering, Vol. 121, No. 10, 1995, pp.

723-728.

124-95 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., “Field Performance of

Geosynthetic Highway Drainage Systems,” Proc. on Geotextile Filters and

Prefabricated Drainage Geocomposites, Bhatia, S. K. and Suits, L. D., Eds., ASTM,

STP 1281, Philadelphia, PA, pp. 165-181.

125-95 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Geotextile Filter Design

Critique,” Proc. on Geotextile Filters and Prefabricated Drainage Geocomposites,

Bhatia, S. K. and Suits, L. D., Eds., ASTM, STP 1281, Philadelphia, PA, pp. 132-

164.

126-95 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “The Use of Geosynthetics in Infrastructure

Remediation,” ASCE Jour. of Infrastructure Systems, Vol. 1, No. 1, March 1995, pp.

66-75.

127-95 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Eberlé, M. A., “Out-of-Plane Tensile Strength of

GCLs,” Geosynthetics International, Vol. 3, No. 2, IFAI, 1996, pp. 277-296.

128-95 Lord, A. E. Jr., Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Relaxation Behavior of Thermally

Induced Stress in HDPE Geomembranes,” Geosynthetics International, Vol. 2, No. 3,

1995, pp. 626-634.

129-95 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M., “The Single Point – Notched Constant Tensile

Load Test: A Quality Test for Assessing Stress Crack Resistance,” Geosynthetics

International, Vol. 2, No. 5, 1995, pp. 831-843.

130-96 Koerner, R. M., “Perspectives on Geosynthetic Clay Liners,” Symp. on Testing and

Acceptance Criteria for Geosynthetic Clay Liners, L. W. Well and K. P. von

Maubeuge, Eds., ASTM STP 1308, West Conshohocken, PA, 1996, pp. 3-22.

131-96 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Narejo, D. and Koerner, R. M., “Puncture Protection of

Geomembranes, Part I: Theory,” Geosynthetics International, Vol. 3, No. 5, 1996,

pp. 605-628.

132-96 Narejo, D., Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., “Puncture Protection of

Geomembranes, Part II: Experimental,” Geosynthetics International, Vol. 3, No. 5,

1996, pp. 629-653.

133-96 Koerner, R. M., Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Narejo, D., “Puncture Protection of

Geomembranes, Part III: Examples,” Geosynthetics International, Vol. 3, No. 5,

1996, pp. 655-676.

134-97 Koerner, R. M., Carson, D. A., Daniel, D. E. and Bonaparte, R, “Current Status of

the Cincinnati GCL Test Plots,” Jour. of Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 15,

Nos. 4-6, December 1997, pp. 313-340.

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135-97 Soong, T-.Y. and Koerner, R. M., “On the Required Connection Strength of

Geosynthetically Reinforced Walls,” Jour. of Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol.

15, Nos. 4-5, December 1997, pp. 377-394.

136-98 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M., “Antioxidant Depletion Lifetime in HDPE

Geomembranes,” Jour. Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering, ASCE,

Vol. 124, No. 6, June, 1998, pp. 532-541.

137-98 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Analysis and Design of Veneer Cover Soils,”

Inaugural Giroud Lecture, Proc. 6th IGS, IFAI Publ., St. Paul, MN, 1998, pp. 1-23.

138-98 Daniel, D. E., Koerner, R. M., Bonaparte, R., Landreth, R. E., Carson, D. A. and

Scranton, H. B., “Slope Stability of Geosynthetic Clay Test Plots,” Jour.

Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engr., Vol. 124, No. 7, 1998, pp. 628-637.

139-98 Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, G. Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Photo-Initiated Degradation of

Geotextiles,” Jour. Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering, ASCE, Vol.

124, No. 12, December 1998, pp. 1159-1166.

140-99 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Behavior of Waves in HDPE Geomembranes,”

Jour. Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 17, No. 2, 1999, pp. 81-104.

141-99 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Assessment of Ten Landfill Failures Using 2-D

and 3-D Stability Analysis Procedures,” Second Terzaghi Lecture at the Technical

University of Vienna, February, 1999, 40 pgs.

142-00 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Leachate in Landfills: The Stability Issue,” Jour.

of Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 18, No. 5, October 2000, pp. 293-310.

143-00 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Stability Assessment of Ten Large Landfill

Failures,” Proc. GeoDenver 2000, Spec. Tech. Publ. No. 103, GeoInstitute, 2000,

ASCE Press, pp. 1-38.

144-00 Koerner, R. M., “Emerging and Future Developments of Selected Geosynthetic

Applications,” The 32nd Terzaghi Lecture, Jour. Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental

Engineering, Vol. 126, No. 4, ASCE, 2000, 291-306.

145-01 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Geosynthetic Reinforced Segmental Retaining

Walls,” Jour. Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 19, No. 6, 2001, pp. 359-386.

146-03 Qian, X., Koerner, R. M. and Gray, D. N., “Translational Analyses of Lateral

Expansions of Landfills,” Jour. Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering,

ASCE, Vol. 129, No. 6, 2003, pp. 506-519.

147-04 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M., “Effect of Apparent Cohesion on Translational Failure

and Analyses of Landfills,” Jour. Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering,

ASCE, Vol. 130, No. 1, 2004, pp. 71-80.

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148-04 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y. (2004), “Design of External Drainage Systems for

Segmental Retaining Walls,” EuroGeo III, Munich, Germany, pp. 355-360.

149-04 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M., “Effect of Seismicity on Translational Failures and

Analysis of Landfills,” Jour. Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering,

ASCE, Vol. 130, No. 7, 2004, pp. ____.

150-04 Qian, X., Gray, D. H. and Koerner, R. M., “Estimation of Maximum Liquid Head

Over Landfill Barriers,” Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering,

Vol. 130, No. 5, 2004, pp. 488-497.

151-04 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M. “Effect of Apparent Cohesion on Translational Failure

and Failure Analysis of Landfills,” Jour. of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental

Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 130, No. 1, 2004, pp. 71-80.

152-05 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M., “Translational Failure of Landfills with Seepage,”

Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering, Vol. 132, No. 2, 2006,

accepted for publication.

153-06 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Long-Term Temperature Monitoring of

Geomembranes at Dry and Wet Landfills,” Jour. of Geotextiles and Geomembranes,

Vol. 24, No. 2, 2006, pp. 72-77.

154-06 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2006), “Geotextile Tube Assessment Using a

Hanging Bag Test,” Journal of Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 24, No. 4,

April, pp. 129-137.

155-08 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, G. R. (2008), Freshwater and

Geosynthetics: A Perfect Marriage, Keynote Paper in GeoAmericas 2008, Cancun,

Mexico, IFAI Publ., Roseville, MN, pp. 4-28.

156-08 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M., et al. (2008), “Long-Term Performance and Lifetime

Prediction of Geosynthetics,” Keynote Lecture, at EuroGeo 4, Scotland, pp. 327-367.

157-08 Heerten, G. and Koerner, R. M. (2008), “Cover Systems for Landfills and

Brownfields,” Journal of Land Contamination and Reclamation, Vol. 16, No. 4,

London, pp. 343-356.

158-09 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M. (2009), “Stability Analysis When Using an Engineered

Berm to Increase Landfill Space,” JGGED, ASCE, Vol. 135, No. 8, August, pp.

1082-1091.

159-10 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M. (2010), “Modification to Translational Failure of

Landfills Incorporating Seismicity,” JGGED, ASCE, Vol. 136, No. 5, pp. 718-727.

160-10 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, G. R. and Gryger, D. (2010), “Ten Year

Creep Puncture Study of HDPE Geomembranes Protected by Needle-Punched

Nonwoven Geotextiles,” Jour. Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 28, No. 7, pp.

503-513 (Best paper in 2010).

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161-10 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2010), “Performance Tests for the Selection of

Fabrics and Additives When Used as Geotextile Bags, Containers and Tubes,“

Journal of Geotechnical Testing, Vol. 33, No. 3, ASTM, pp. 236-242.

162-10 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2010), “The Importance of Drainage Control for

Geosynthetic Reinforced MSE Walls,” Keynote Lecture in Proc. 1st Intl. GSI-Asia

Conference, Taichung, Taiwan, pp. 1-7.

163-11 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2011), “Puncture Resistance of Polyester (PET)

and Polypropylene (PP) Needle-Punched Nonwoven Geotextiles,” Journal of

Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vo. 29, No. 3, pp. 360-363.

164-11 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2011), “The Importance of Drainage Control for

Geosynthetic Reinforced Mechanically Stabilized Earth Walls, Journal of

GeoEngineering, Vol. 6, No. 1, April, 2011, pp. 3-13.

165-11 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M. (2011), “Effect of Critical Interfaces and Waste

Placement Operations on Landfill Failures,” JGGED, ASCE.

166-12 Koerner, R. M., Wong, W. K. and Koerner, G. R. (2012), “Index Puncture Resistance

of Geomembranes Using Various Puncture Protection Materials,” Geotechnical

Testing Journal, ASTM, Vol. 35, No. 5, pp. 1-9.

167-13 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2013), “A Data Base, Statistics and

Recommendations Regarding 171 Failed Geosynthetic Reinforced Mechanically

Stabilized Earth (MSE) Walls,” Jour. Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 40, pp.

20-27.

168-13 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2013), “Geotextile Filter Failures Under

Challenging Field Conditions,” in Sound Geotechnical Research to Practice,

Honoring Robert D. Holtz, A. W. Stuedlein and B. R. Christopher, Editors, GSP

#230, ASCE, Reston, VA, pp. 273-290.

169-14 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Hsuan, Y. G. (2014), “Multi-Axial Tension

Behavior of Smooth HDPE Geomembranes at Extremely Slow Pressurization Rates,”

Journal of Geotechnical Testing, ASTM.

170-14 Qian, X and Koerner, R. M. (2014), “Effect of Critical Liner Interfaces and Waste

Placement in Landfill Designs,” Journal of Environmental Geotechnics, ICE Publ.,

London, Paper 14-00018, 11 pgs.

171-14 Koerner, R. M. (2014), “In-Situ Stabilization of Soil Slopes Using Nailed or

Anchored Geosynthetics,” Intl. Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering,

Springer Publ. Co., Berlin, Vol. 1:2, 9 pgs.

172-15 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2015), “Lessons Learned from Geotextile Filter

Failures Using Challenging Field Conditions,” Jour. Geotextiles and Geomembranes,

Vol. 43, pp. 472-281.

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173-16 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, G. R. (2016) “Lifetime Prediction of

Exposed Geotextiles and Geomembranes,” Proc. GeoAmericas 2016, Miami Beach,

Florida, pp. 1-16.

174-17 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, G. R. (2017), “Lifetime Prediction of

Exposed Geotextiles and Geomembranes, also Geosynthetics International Journal,

Vol. 24, No. 2, 217, pp. 198-212.

175-17 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, M. R. and Koerner, G. R. (2017), “Utilizing PVDs to

Provide Shear Strength to Saturated Fine-Grained Foundation Soil,” Intl. Jour. of

Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering, 3.31 published online: 27 September 2017,

12 pgs.

176-18 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2018), “An Extended Data Base and

Recommendations Regarding 320 Failed Geosynthetically Reinforced Mechanically

Stabilized Earth (MSE) Walls,” Jour. Geotextiles and Geomembranes, Vol. 46, Issue

6, pp. 904-912.

177-19 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2019), “Flow Rate Evaluation of Biplanar

Geonets and Geonet Composites with a Recommended Generic Specification,”

Geotechnical Testing Journal, Vol. ___, No. ___, pp. ____.

178-20 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2020), “Geosynthetic Drainage Composites:

Applications, Designs, Performance and Connection Details,” 31st Central

Pennsylvania Geotechnical Conference, Hershey, PA, 15 pgs.

(c) Conference Proceedings Papers

1-70 Koerner, R. M., “Computer Application Course for Undergraduate Engineers,”

Proceedings of Computer Conference in Undergraduate Curriculum, University of

Iowa, 1980, pp. 3.1-3.4.

2-70 Koerner, R. M., “Energy and Surface Characteristics of Quartz Powders,” Proc. 8th

Symposium on Engineering Geology and Soils Engineering, University of Idaho,

1970, pp. 187-196.

3-71 Koerner, R. M., “Classical Lateral Earth Pressure Theories,” 1st Proceedings of Soil

Mechanics and Foundations Technical Group, Philadelphia Section ASCE, 1971.

4-72 Koerner, R. M., “Application of Stochastic Processes to Partially Saturated Soils,”

Proc. 1st International Conference on Application of Statistics and Probability to Soil

and Structural Engineering, Hong Kong University Press, P. Lumb, Ed., 1972, pp.

557-568.

5-72 Koerner, R. M. and McCabe, W. M. “Combined Stress-State (Triaxial) Compaction

for Improved Green Properties,” Proc. P/M ’71, Metal Powder Industries Federation,

1972, pp. 225-241.

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6-72 Koerner, R. M. and McCabe, W. M., “Fundamental Properties of Green and Lightly

Sintered Iron Compacts,” Proc. P/M ’72, Metal Powder Industries Federation, 1972,

pp. 225-241.

7-72 Koerner, R. M. and Partos, A., “Settlement Behavior and Analysis of a High-Rise

Building on Deep Foundations,” Proc. 25th Geotechnical Conf., Ottawa, Canada,

Dec. 1972, 18 pgs.

8-73 Koerner, R. M., “Behavior Design of Dynamically Loaded Shallow Foundations,” 3rd

Proceedings of Soil Mechanics and Foundations Technical Group, Philadelphia

Section, ASCE, 1973.

9-73 Beard, R. B., DeRosa, J. F. and Koerner, R. M., “Characterization of Electrodes for

Implantable Power Sources,” Proceedings of the NSF Biomedical Material Research

Conference, Brighton, Utah, Nov. 8-10, 1972.

10-73 Beard, R. B, Dubin, S. E. Koerner, R. M., Miller, A. S., “Porous Metal Materials for

Implantable Power Sources,” Proceedings of the Intersociety Energy Conversion

Engineering Conference, University of Pennsylvania, August 13-17. 1973, pp. 536-

543.

11-73 Koerner, R. M. and Hirsch, R. B., “A Step Toward a University-Wide Senior Design

Course,” Proceedings 6th National Design Conference, University of Detroit,

Michigan, May 1973, pp. 53-57.

12-74 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Earth Dam Warning System to Prevent

Hazardous Material Spills,” AIChE/EPA Conference on Control of Hazardous

Material Spills, San Francisco, California, August 1974.

13-74 Beard, R. B., Carim, H., DeRosa, J. F., Dubin, S., Koerner, R. M. and Miller, A. E.,

“Biocompatibility and Materials Characterization Studies of Electrodes for

Implantable Power Sources,” Conf. on Materials for use in Medicine and Biology,

Churchill College, Cambridge, England, July 1974.

14-74 Beard, R. B., DeRosa, J. F., Dubin, S. F., Klafter, R., Koerner, R. M. and Miller, A.

S., “Further Studies on the Characterization of Porous Metal Electrodes for

Implantable Power Sources,” 9th Intersoc. Energy Conversion Engr. Conf., August

26-30, 1974, San Francisco, California.

15-74 Lord, A. E. Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Curran, J. W., “Fundamental Studies of Acoustic

Emissions in Soils,” Proc. First Conf. on Acoustic Emission/Microseismic Activity

in Geologic Structures and Materials, June 9-11, 1975, H. R. Hardy and F. W.

Leighton, Eds., Trans Tech Publ., Switzerland, 1977, pp. 135-148.

16-75 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr., McCabe, W. M., “Acoustic Emission Studies of Soil

Masses in the Laboratory and Field,” Proc. First Conf. on Acoustic

Emission/Microseismic Activity in Geologic Structures and Materials, June 9-11,

1975, H. R. Hardy and F. W. Leighton, Eds., Trans. Tech. Publ., Switzerland, 1977,

pp. 243-256.

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17-75 Koerner, R. M., “Density and Strength Enhancement via Triaxial Compaction,” Proc.

14th Conf., Institute and Briquetting and Agglomeration, Vol. 14, Aug., 1975, pp. 9-

19.

18-75 Koerner, R. M., “Compaction of Powders Using the Triaxial Method,” Proc. 2nd Intl.

Conf. on the Compaction and Consolidation of Particulate Matter, Brighton,

England, Sept. 1975.

19-76 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and McCabe, W. M., “Acoustic Emission Monitoring

in Concrete and Foundation Soils,” Conf. on Analysis and Design of Building

Foundations, H. Y. Fang, Ed., Envo. Publ. Co., inc., 1976, pp. 637-653.

20-76 Lord, A. E. Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Application of Acoustic Emission Techniques to

Materials Studies – Soils,” Amer. Soc. for Nondest. Testing Handbook, R. C.

McMaster, Ed., 1976.

21-76 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Application of Acoustic Emission Monitoring to

Earth Dam and Foundation Stability,” Amer. Soc. for Nondest. Testing Handbook,

R. C. McMaster, Ed., 1976.

22-76 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and Deisher, J. N., “Acoustic Emission Stress and

Leak Monitoring to Prevent Spills from Buried Pipelines,” Proc. 1976, Natl. Conf. in

Control of Hazardous Material Spills, New Orleans, LA, April 25-28, 1976.

23-76 Fang, H. Y., Koerner, R. M. and Sutherland, H., “Instrumentation and Monitoring

Criteria to Determine Structural Response from Blasting,” Proc. Soc. Explosives

Engrs., Louisville, KY, Jan. 28-30, 1976.

24-77 Fang, J. U. and Koerner, R. M., “Soil Structure Interaction During Blasting,” Symp.

and Proc. on Soil Structure Interaction, Univ. of Roorkee, Roorkee, India, Jan. 3-7,

1977, pp. 151-156.

25-77 Koerner, R. M. and Schoenberger, R. J., “Synthesis of Construction Materials from

Waste Products,” Proc. of New Horizons in Construction Materials, Lehigh Univ.,

Bethlehem, PA, Nov. 1-3, 1976, Envo Publ. Co., Vol. I, H. Y. Fang, Ed., 1976, pp.

111-126.

26-77 Koerner, R. M., “Density and Tooling Considerations for Isostatic and Triaxial

Compaction,” Proc. Intl. Powder and Bulk Solids Handling and Processing Conf.,

May 1976, Chicago, IL and Journal of Powder and Bulk Solid Technology, Vol. 2,

Fall, 1977.

27-77 Koerner, R. M., Deisher, J. N., Scheller, R. P. and Fang, H. Y., “Laboratory Study of

Cracking in Model Block Masonry Walls,” Proc. 3rd Conf. on Explosives and

Blasting Techniques, Pittsburgh, PA, January 1977, Soc. of Engr., pp. 227-238.

28-77 Fang, H. Y., Slutter, R. G., Koerner, R. M., “Load Bearing Capacity of Compacted

Waste Disposal Materials,” 9th Intl. Conf. on Soil Mech. and Fdtn. Engr. Spec.

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Session on Geotech. Engr. and Environ. Control, Tokyo, July 14, 1977, Vol. IV2, pp.

265-278.

29-77 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and McCabe, W. M., “Acoustic Emission

(Microseismic) Monitoring of Earth Dams,” Conf. Proc. of the Evaluation of Dam

Safety, Engr. Fdtn. Conf., Pacific Grove, CA, Dec. 1976, pp. 274-291.

30-77 Koerner, R. M., Becica, I. J., Clark, K., Reif, J. S. and Sagel, J. D., “Bamboo

Reinforcement for Adobe Houses Subjected to Seismic Loadings,” Envo. Publ. Co.,

Vol. II, H. Y. Fang, Ed., 1972, pp. 1-20.

31-77 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and Deisher, J. N., “Acoustic Emission Detection of

Underground Gasoline Storage Tank Leaks,” Proc. of 1977 Spring Conf. on ANST,

Phoenix, AZ, March 28-31, 1977.

32-77 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Strength Behavior of Briquettes as Determined

by Acoustic Emission,” 15th Biennial Conf. on the Inst. for Briquetting and

Agglomeration, August 1977, Vol. 15.

33-78 Fang. H. Y. and Koerner, R. M., “An Instrument of Measuring In-Situ Soil Structure

Response During Dynamic Vibration,” Proc. 34th Mtg. Soc. of Engr. Sci., Lehigh

University, Bethlehem, PA, Nov. 14-16, 1977.

34-78 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr., Okrasinski, T. A. and Reif, J. S., “Detection of

Seepage and Subsurface Flow of Liquids by Microwave Interference Methods,” 1978

Natl. Conf. on Control of Hazardous Materials Spills, April 10-14, 1978, Miami

Beach, Florida.

35-78 Koerner, R. M., Becica, I. J., Clark, K., Reif, J. S. and Sagel, J. D., “Bamboo

Reinforcement for Adobe Houses Subjected to Seismic Loadings; An Update,” Proc.

Central American Conf. on Earthquake Engr., San Salvador, Cent. America, January

9-14, 1978, pp. 551-559.

36-78 Koerner, R. M., “Assessment of Blasting Damage in Built-Up Areas,” 5th Proc. of

Geotech. Engr. Tech. Group, Phila. Section, ASCE, 1978.

37-78 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and McCabe, W. M., “The Challenge of Field

Monitoring of Soil Structures Using AE Methods,” 2nd Conf. on AE/MS Activity in

Geologic Structures and Materials, Penn. State. Univ., Nov. 13-15, 1978, Trans.

Tech. Publ. 1980, pp. 275-289.

38-78 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Acoustic Emission in Geologic Materials,”

Proc. Joint Mtg. of Acoustical Societies of America and Japan, Fundamentals of

Acoustic Emission, K. Ono, Ed., U.C.L.A., 1978, pp. 261-308.

39-79 Welsh, J. P. and Koerner, R. M., “Innovative Uses of Synthetic Fabrics on Coastal

Construction,” Proc. Coastal Structures 79, March 14-16, 1979, Alexandria, VA –

Washington, DC, Vol. 1, pp. 364-372.

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40-79 Koerner, R. M., Koczak, M. J. and Steuernagel, C. R., “Solid State Antiperspirant

Techniques of Isostatic Compaction Applied to Aluminum Chlorohydrate and

Microcrystalline Cellulose Powders,” Proceedings of the 1979 Powder Met. Soc.,

Philadelphia, PA.

41-79 McCabe, W. M., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Acoustic Emission

(Microseismic) Monitoring for Ground Control,” Proceedings of the 1979 Rapid

Excavation and Tunneling Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, June 19-21, 1979.

42-79 Koerner, R. M., Koczak, M. J., Steuernagel, C. R., Barfoot, R. O. and Jones, L. D.,

“Compaction Behavior of Microcrystalline Cellulose Powder and MCC Powder

Blends,” Proc. 16th Conf. of Institute for Briquetting and Agglomeration, San Diego,

California, August 6-8, 1979, pp. 31-42.

43-80 Lord, A. E. Jr., Tyagi, S. and Koerner, R. M., “Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Methods Applied to Environmental Problems Involving Hazardous Material Spills,”

Proc. 1980 Natl. Conf. on Control of Hazardous Material Spills, May 13-15, 1980,

Louisville, Kentucky.

44-80 Koerner, R. M., Rosenfarb, J. L., McElroy, J. J. and Dougherty, W. M.,

“Stress/Strain Time Behavior of Geotextiles,” ASCE, Proceedings, Portland, Oregon,

April 1980, Preprint 80-177, pp. 31-52.

45-80 Koerner, R. M., Guglielmetti, J. G. and Rosenfarb, J. L., “On the Permeability

Testing of Fabrics and Fabric/Soil Systems,” INDA Proc. 8th Annual Symp.

Kissimmee, Florida, March 1980, pp. 143-154.

46-80 Koerner, R. M., McCabe, W. M., Huck, P. J. and Welsh, J. P., “Hydrofracture

Monitoring Using the Acoustic Emission Method,” Proc. of Engr. Found. Conf. on

Geotech. and Environ. Aspects of Geopressure Energy, Sea Isle, Georgia, Jan. 13-18,

1980, pp. 153-164.

47-80 Lord, A. E. Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Brugger, J. E., “Use of Electromagnetic Wave

Methods to Locate Subsurface Anomalies,” Proc. U. S. EPA Natl. Conf. on Mgmt. of

Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites, Oct. 15-17, 1980, Shoreham Hotel, Wash., DC,

pp. 119-124.

48-81 Huck, P. J. and Koerner, R. M., “Acoustic Emission Monitoring of Soil and Rock

Grouting,” Proc. ASTM Symp. on AE in Geotech. Engr. Practice, Detroit, MI, June

1981.

49-81 Boyce, G. M., McCabe, W. M. and Koerner, R. M., “Acoustic Emission Signatures

of Various Rock Types in Unconfined Compression,” Proc. ASTM Symp. on AE in

Geotech. Engr., Detroit, MI, June 1981.

50-81 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and McCabe, W. M., “Remote Sensing Applications

for Mine Waste Stability Monitoring Using the Acoustic Emission Method,” Proc.

1981 Int’l. Geo-science and Remote Sensing Symp., June 8-10, 1981, IEEE,

Washington, DC, pp. 355-359.

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51-81 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and Bowders, J. J., “Utilization and Assessment of a

Pulsed RF System Monitor Subsurface Liquids,” Management of Uncontrolled

Hazardous Waste Sites Conference, Oct. 28-30, 1981, Washington, DC, HMCRI

Publ., Silver Springs, MD, pp. 165-170.

52-81 Hwang, J. C. and Koerner, R. M., “Locating of Groundwater Pollution Sources from

Limited Field Data,” Proc. of Management of Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites

Conference, Oct. 28-30, 1981, Washington, DC, HMCR Publ., Silver Springs, MD,

p. 317-321.

53-81 Koerner, R. M., McCabe, W. M. Lord, A. E., Jr. and Leighton, F. W., “AE/MA

Characteristics and Behavior of Mine Tailings,” Third Conf. on AE/MA in Geologic

Structures and Materials, Penn State Univ., Oct. 5-7, 1981.

54-81 Hamden, S. and Koerner, R. M., “Finite Element Computer Methods Applied to

Compaction, Briquetting and Pelletising Problems,” Proc. IBA, Vol. 17, August

1981, pp. 67-84.

55-82 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and Boyce, G. M. and McCabe, W. M., “Acoustic

Emission Determination of Stress History in Soil and Rock,” Proc. Engineering

Foundation Con. on Updating Subsurface Sampling of Soils and Rocks and Their In-

Situ Testing, Santa Barbara, CA, June, 1982, Engr. Foundation, pp. 199-211.

56-82 Lord, A. E. Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Electromagnetic Methods in Subsurface

Investigations,” Proc. Engr. Foundation Conf. on Updating Subsurface Sampling of

Soils and Rocks and Their In-Situ Testing, Santa Barbara, CA, Jan. 1982, Engr.

Foundation, pp. 113-133.

57-82 Lord, A. E., Jr., Tyagi, S., Koerner, R. M., Bowders, J. J., Sankey, J. E. and Cohen,

S., “Use of Nondestructive Testing Methods to Detect and Locate Buried Containers

Verified by Ground Truth Measurements,” Conf. Proc. 1982 Hazardous Material

Spills, April 19-22, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, pp. 185-191.

58-82 Koerner, R. M. and Sankey, J. F., “Transmissivity of Geotextiles and Geotextile/Soil

Systems,” Second Intl. Conf. on Geotextiles, Aug. 1-6, 1982, Las Vegas, NV, Vol. 1,

pp. 173-176.

59-82 Koerner, R. M. and Ko, F. K. “Laboratory Studies on Long-Term Drainage

Capability of Geotextiles,” Second Intl. Conf. on Geotextiles, Aug. 1-6, 1082, Las

Vegas, NV, Vol. 1, pp. 91-96.

60-82 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr., Tyagi, S. and Brugger, J. E., “Use of NDT Methods

to Detect Buried Containers in Saturated Silty Clay Soil,” Proc. 3rd Natl. Conf. on

Management of Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 1982,

Washington, DC, pp. 12-16.

61-83 Koerner, R. M., “Isostatic and Triaxial Compaction of Particulate Materials,”

Elements II of Briquetting and Agglomeration, R. M. Koerner and J. A. McDougall,

Eds., IBA, 1983, pp. 121-130.

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62-83 Bowders, J. J., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Potential Use of GPR in

Assessing Groundwater Pollution in Partially and Fully Saturated Soils,” Proc. of

AGU on Role of Unsat. Zone in Radioactive and Hazardous Waste Disposal, J. W.

Mercer, et al., Eds., Ann Arbor Science Co. Publ., 1983, pp. 179-193.

63-83 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Acoustic Emission Monitoring of Subsurface

Geotechnical Problems,” Proc. Recent Advances in Geotechnical Engineering, Apr.

1983, Harrisburg, PA, Penn DOT, pp. 67-73.

64-83 Koerner, R. M., “Conceptual Design of Landfill Liners Using Synthetic

Membranes,” Proc. Seminar on Protecting Surface and Goundwaters, Haz. Matl.

Mgmt. Conf. and Exhib., Tower Management Co., Publ., Phila., PA, July 1983, pp.

537-544.

65-83 Koerner, R. M., Leaird, J. D. and Welsh, J. P., “Use of Acoustic Emission as a

Nondestructive Testing Method to Monitor Grouting,” Proc. ACI Symp. on

Innovative Cement Grouting, Kansas City, MO, Sept. 1983, SP-83, pp. 85-102.

66-83 Lord, A. E., Jr., Koerner, R. M., Weist, F. C. and Arland, F. J., “The Hydraulic

Conductivity of Silicate Grouted Sands with Various Chemicals,” Proc. 4th Natl.

Conf. on Mgmt. of Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites, Oct. 13-Nov. 2, 1983,

Washington, DC, HMCRI.

67-83 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Determination of Mechanical Properties of

Agglomerates by a Resonance Method,” Proc. IBA, Vol. 18, 1984, pp. 229-240.

68-83 Penning, A., van der Kogel, H., Koerner, R. M. and Schenkeveld, F. M., “Acoustic

Emissions During Slope Failure,” Proc. Symp. on Geotechnical Field Monitoring,

Geneva, Switzerland, Sept. 1983.

69-84 Lord, A. E., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Arland, F. J., “The Detection of Containers

Located Beneath Water Surfaces Using Nondestructive (Remote) Sensing

Techniques,” Proc. Hazardous Wastes and Environmental Emergencies, March 12-

14, 1984, Houston, Texas, HMCRI, pp. 392-395.

70-84 Martin, J. P., Koerner, R. M. and Whitty, J. E., “Experimental Friction Evaluation of

Slippage Between Geomembranes, Geotextiles and Soils,” Proc. Intl. Conf. on

Geomembranes, Denver, CO, June 1984, IFAI, pp. 191-196.

71-84 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Fundamental Aspects of Chemical Degradation

of Geomembranes,” Proc. Intl. Conf. Geomembranes, Denver, CO, June 1984, IFAI,

pp. 293-297.

72-84 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Luciani, V. A., “A Detection and Monitoring

Technique for Location of Geomembrane Leaks,” Proc. Intl. Conf. on

Geomembranes, Denver, CO, June 1984, IFAI, pp. 379-384.

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73-84 Koerner, R. M., “In-Situ Soil Stabilization Using Anchored Nets,” Proc. Low Cost

and Energy Saving Construction Materials, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, July, 1984, Envo

Publ., pp. 465-478.

74-84 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Acoustic Emissions Testing of Soils,” Proc.

Qual. Testing Conf., Oct. 2-4, 1984, Cincinnati, Ohio, Paper No. I!84-675, 10 pgs.

75-84 Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetics and Their Use in Filtration and Drainage

Applications,” Proc. on the Use of Geotextiles, Geogrids and Geomembranes in

Engineering Practice, Canadian Geotechnical Society, Southern Ontario Section,

Nov. 28, 1984, Toronto, Canada, pp. 1-16 and reprinted in Geotechnical Fabrics

Report, Vol. 3, No. 3, May/June 1985, pp. 27-30.

76-84 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “NDT Location of Containers Buried in Saline

Contaminated Soils,” Proc. Mgmt. of Uncontrolled Waste Sites, HMCRI, Nov. 5-7,

1984, Wash., DC, pp. 158-161.

77-84 Ko, F. K., D’Aversa, M. M., Scardino, F. L. and Koerner, R. M., “Stitchbonded Web

Systems for Geotechnical Applications,” Proc. TAPPI Symposium, Myrtle Beach,

SC, April, 1984, pp. 179-186.

78-84 Koerner, R. M., “Acoustic Emission Monitoring of Land Subsidence,” Proc. Third

Intl. Symp. on Land Subsidence, Venice, Italy, March 19023, 1984, IAHS Publ. 151,

pp. 225-234.

79-85 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Nondestructive Testing Methods of Detecting

Buried Wastes,” Chemical Engineering Progress, March 1985, pp. 39-42.

80-85 Koerner, R. M., “Load Transfer Considerations Using Geotextiles,” Geotech. Fabrics

Report, Vol. 3, No. 2, Mar./Apr. 1985, IFAI, pp. 11-14.

81-85 Lord, A. E., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Lindhult, E. C., “Chemical Mass Transport

Measurements to Determine FML Lifetime,” Proc. 11th Res. Symp. on Land Disposal

of Hazardous Waste, EPA/6009-85013, Cincinnati, Ohio, April 1985, pp. 313-320.

82-85 Koerner, R. M., Carroll, R. G., Jr. and Luciani, V. A., “Drainage Geocomposites,”

Proc. Geotechnical Fabrics Conf. ’95, June 4-5, 1985, Cincinnati, Ohio, IFAI, pp.

158-174.

83-85 Koerner, R. M., Sands, R. M. and Leaird, J. D., “Acoustic Emission Monitoring of

Ground Movement,” Issues in Dam Grouting, ASCE, April 1985, pp. 149-155.

84-85 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Recent Field Advances Using Acoustic

Emissions,” Proc. 11th Intl. Conf. Soil Mech. and Foundation Engr., Vol. 2, San

Francisco, CA, 1985, pp. 875-878.

85-85 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Field Determination of Prestress in Soil and

Rock Masses Using Acoustic Emission,” Proc. 2nd Intl. Conf. on AE, Lake Tahoe,

Oct. 28 – Nov. 1, 1985, pp. 511-516.

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86-86 Koerner, R. M., “A New Method of Soil Slope Stabilization Using Geosynthetics,”

Geotech. Fabrics Report, Vol. 4, No. 1, Jan./Feb. 1986, pp. 18-25.

87-86 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Diffusion of Water Through Impregnated

Geotextiles (MESL’s), 3rd Intl. Conf. on Geotextiles, April 1986, Vienna, Austria,

pp. 123-127.

88-86 Koerner, R. M., Luciani, V. A., Freese, S. J. and Carroll, R. G. J., “Prefabricated

Drainage Geocomposites Evaluation and Design Guidelines,” 3rd Intl. Conf. on

Geotextiles, Apr. 1986, Vienna, Austria, pp. 551-556.

89-86 Koerner, R. M., Monteleone, M. J., Schmidt, R. K. and Roethe, A. T., “Puncture and

Impact Resistance of Geosynthetics,” 3rd Intl. Conf. on Geotextiles, Apr. 1986,

Vienna, Austria, pp. 677-682.

90-86 Koerner, R. M. and Robins, J. C., “In-Situ Stabilization of Soil Slopes Using Nailed

Geosynthetics,” 3rd Intl. Conf. on Geotextiles, Apr. 1986, Vienna, Austria, pp. 395-

400.

91-86 Koerner, R. M., Martin, J. P. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Geomembranes in Solid Waste

Disposal,” Proc. Symp. in Environmental Geotechnology, April 1986, Lehigh

University, Bethlehem, PA, pp. 285-292 also as Proc. Seminar on Geotechnical

Aspects of Waste Management, Met. Section ASCE, Dec. 3-4, 1985, New York, NY.

92-86 Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “New Methods of Leak Detection in Storage

Tanks,” Proc. Hazardous Materials Conf., St. Louis, MO, HMRCI, May, 1986, pp.

527-532.

93-86 Lord, A. E. Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Nondestructive Testing (NDT) for Location of

Plastic Containers Buried in Soil,” Proc. Hazardous Materials Spills Conf., St. Louis,

MO, HMRCI, May, 1986, pp. 539-545.

94-86 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Subsurface Soil Monitoring via Acoustic

Emissions,” Proc. on In-Situ Tests in Geotechnical Engineering, S. P. Clemence, Ed.,

ASCE, 1986, pp. 176-190.

95-86 Martin, J. P. and Koerner, R. M. “Stabilization and Fixation of Industrial Wastes for

Long Term Disposal,” Proc. 19 Conf. IBA, Baltimore, MD, Sept. 85, pp. 143-154.

96-86 Koerner, R. M. and Lawrence, C. A., “Prefabricated Drainage Geocomposites for

Landfills and Surface Impoundments,” APCA Proceedings on Technical Issues and

Hazardous Waste Siting, Orlando, Florida, March 1986.

97-86 Lord, A. E., Koerner, R. M. and Crawford, R. B., “Nondestructive Testing

Techniques to Assess Geomembrane Seam Quality,” Proc. 7th Natl. Conf. on Mgmt.

of Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites, Washington, DC, 1986, HMCRI, pp. 272-

276.

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98-87 Fowler, J. and Koerner, R. M., “Stabilization of Very Soft Soils Using

Geosynthetics,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’87, New Orleans, IFAI, pp. 289-300.

99-87 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr., Crawford, R. B. and Cadwallader, M.,

“Geomembrane Seam Inspection Using the Ultrasonic Shadow Method,” Proc.

Geosynthetics ’87, New Orleans, IFAI, pp. 493-504.

100-87 Koerner, R. M. and Lawrence, C. A., “Prefabricated Drainage Geocomposites for

Landfills and Surface Impoundments,” APCA Proc. on Tech. Issues and Haz. Waste

Siting, Orlando, Florida, 1987, pp. 122-139.

101-87 Koerner, R. M. and Richardson, G. N., “Design of Geosynthetic Systems for Waste

Disposal,” Proc. Geotech. Practice for Waste Disposal, ASCE, June 15-17, 1987, pp.

65-85.

102-87 Lord, A. E. Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Nondestructive Testing (NDT) for Location of

Containers Buried in Soil,” Proc. 13th Annual Haz. Waste Res. Symp., Cincinnati,

Ohio, EPA, May, 1987, pp. 224-234.

103-87 Lord, A. E. Jr., Koerner, R. M., Murphy, V. P. and Brugger, J. E., “In-Situ Vacuum

Assisted, Steam Stripping of Contaminants from Soil,” Proc. Superfund ’87 Conf.,

HMCRI, Nov. 16-18, 1987, pp. 390-395.

104-88 Lord, A. E. Jr., Koerner, R. M., Murphy, V. P. and Brugger, J. E., Jr., “Laboratory

Studies of Vacuum Assisted Steam Stripping of Organic Contaminants from Soil,”

Proc. EPA Res. Conf., Cincinnati, Ohio, May 1988, pp. 65-92.

105-88 Lawrence, C. A. Koerner, R. M. “Flow Behavior of Kinked Strip Drains,” Proc.

ASCE/NAGS Conf. on Geosynthetics for Soil Improvement, Nashville, TN, 1988,

pp. 22-39.

106-88 Bathurst, R. J. and Koerner, R. M., “Results of Class A Prediction for the RMC

Reinforced Soil Wall Trials,” NATO Proc. ASI Series, Kluwer Acad. Publ., 1988,

pp. 127-172.

107-88 Koerner, R. M., “Geomembranes in North America,” Proc. RILEM TC-103 Meeting,

Montreal, Canada, June 1988, pp. 1-45.

108-89 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Biological Clogging in Leachate Collection

Systems,” GRI Seminar on Aging and Durability of Geosynthetics, Elsevier

Publishing Co., London, England, 1989, pp. 260-277.

109-89 Halse, Y. H. and Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Laboratory Evaluation of

Stress Cracking in HDPE Geomembrane Seams,” Proc. GRI Seminar on Aging and

177-194.

110-89 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E. Jr. and Halse, Y. H., “Geosynthetic Concerns in Landfill

Liner and Collection Systems,” Proc. 15th EPA Research Symposium, 1989, pp. 369-

375.

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111-89 Koerner, R. M. and Hwu, B.-L., “Behavior of Double Geonet Drainage Systems,”

Geotech. Fabrics Rpt., Vol. 7, No. 5, Sept./Oct. 1989, pp. 39-44.

112-89 Koerner, R. M., Wayne, M. H. and Carroll, R. G., Jr., “Analytic Behavior of Geogrid

Anchorage,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’89, IFAI, pp. 525-536.

113-90 Halse, Y. H., Hullings, D. E., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Methods to

Evaluate Stress Crack Resistance of HDPE FML Sheets and Seams,” Proc. 1990

EPA Research Seminar, Cincinnati, OH, April 1990, pp. 408-424.

114-90 Koerner, R. M. and Hwu, B.-L., “Prefabricated Highway Edge Drains,” Proc.

ASCE/PennDOT Conference, Hershey, PA, April 1990.

115-90 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “The Installation Survivability of Geotextiles and

Geogrids,” Proc. 4th Intl. Conf. on Geosynthetics, Holland, 1990, pp. 587-602.

116-90 Hwu, B.-L., Koerner, R. M. and Sprague, G. L., “Geotextile Intrusion Into Geonets,”

Proc. 4th Intl. Conf. on Geosynthetics, Holland, 1990, pp. 351-356.

117-90 Koerner, R. M., Halse, Y. H. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Long-Term Durability and Aging

of Geomembranes,” Proc. ASCE Symp. on Waste Containment, San Francisco,

Geotechnical Spec. Pub. 26, R. Bonaparte, Ed. 1990, pp. 106-134.

118-91 Lord, A. E., Jr., Sansone, L. J., Koerner, R. M. and Brugger, J. E., “Vacuum Assisted

Steam Stripping to Remove Pollutants from Contaminated Soil: A Laboratory

Study,” Proc. 17th Annual Hazardous Waste Research Symposium, Cincinnati, OH,

RREL, EPA, 1991, pp. 329-345.

119-91 Lord, A. E., Jr., Koerner, R. M. and Wayne, M. H., “Residual Stress Measurements

in Geomembrane Sheets and Seams,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’91, IFAI, St. Paul, MN,

1991, pp. 333-350.

120-91 Halse, Y., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Effects of Outdoor Exposure on a

HDPE Geomembrane,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’91, IFAI, St. Paul, MN, 1991, pp. 287-

302.

121-91 Hullings, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., “Puncture Resistance of Geomembranes Using a

Truncated Cone Test,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’91, IFAI, 1991, pp. 273-286.

122-91 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Halse-Hsuan, Y., “Degradation of Polymeric

Materials and Products,” Proc. Intl. Symp. on Research Developments for Improving

Solid Waste Management, U. S. EPA, Cincinnati, OH, 1991.

123-91 Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetics: Design, Testing and Performance,” Keynote

Lecture, Vancouver Geotechnical Society Symposium on Geosynthetics, Vancouver,

B.C. Canada, 1991, pp. 1-20.

124-91 Koerner, R. M., Halse-Hsuan, Y. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Long-Term Durability of

Geomembranes,” Civil Engineering, ASCE, April, 1991, pp. 56-68.

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125-91 Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetic Liner System Design, Testing and Performance,”

Proc. 29th Annual GRCDA/SWANA Conference, Cincinnati, OH, 1991.

126-91 Miller, L. V., Koerner, R. M., Dewyea, J. and Mackey, R. E., “Evaluation of a 30 mil

PVC Liner and Leachate Collection System,” Proc. 29th Annual GRCDA/SWANA

Conf., Cincinnati, OH, 1991.

127-91 Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetics: The New Frontiers,” Proc. PennDOT ASCE Conc.,

on “New Techniques in Geotechnical Engineering,” Harrisburg, PA, 1991, pp. 1-19.

128-91 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Tests Determine How Highway Systems

Perform Using Geosynthetics,” Geotechnical Fabrics Report, Vol. 10, No. 1, March

1992, pp. 18-29.

129-93 Wilson-Fahmy, R. M. and Koerner, R. M., “FEM Analysis of Stability of Cover

Soils on Geomembrane Lined Slopes,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’93, Vancouver, B.C.,

IFAI, pp. 1425-1438.

130-93 Hsuan, Y., Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Durability and Aging Study of Two

Chlorosulfonated Scrim Reinforced Geomembranes,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’93,

Vancouver, B.C., IFAI, pp. 859-876.

131-93 Wayne, M. H. and Koerner, R. M., “Correlation Between Long Term Flow Testing

and Current Filtration Design Practice,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’93, Vancouver, B.C.,

IFAI, pp. 501-518.

132-93 Narejo, D. B., Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Koerner, R. M., “Geomembrane Puncture

Evaluation and Uses of Geotextile Protection Layers,” Proc. ASCE/PennDOT

Conference, Hershey, PA, 1993, pp. 1-16.

133-93 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Koerner, R. M., “FEM Analysis of Stability Cover Soils on

Geomembrane Lined Slopes,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’93, Vancouver, IFAI, pp. 1425-

1438.

134-93 Wayne, M. H. and Koerner, R. M., “Correlation Between Long Term Flow Testing

and Current Filtration Design Practice,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’93, Vancouver, IFAI,

pp. 501-518.

135-93 Koerner, R. M. and Daniel, D. E., “Manufacturing and Construction Quality Control

and Assurance of Geosynthetics,” Proc. GRI Conference on MQC/MQA and

CQC/CQA of Geosynthetics, IFAI, 1993, pp. 1-14.

136-93 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Martin, J. P., “Field Performance of Leachate

Collection Systems and Design Implications,” 31st Annual SWANA Conference, San

Jose, CA, 1993, pp. 365-380.

137-94 Hsuan, Y. G., Sculli, M. L. and Koerner, R. M., “Effects of Freeze/Thaw Cycling on

Geomembranes and Their Seams: Part I – Strength Tests at +20C,” Proc. GRI-7

Conference on Geosynthetic Liner Systems, IFAI, St. Paul, MN, 1994, pp. 202-217.

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138-94 Harpur, Y. G., Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Koerner, R. M., “Evaluation of the Contact

Between Geosynthetic Clay Liners and Geomembranes in Terms of Transmissivity,”

Proc. GRI-7 Conference on Geosynthetic Liner Systems, IFAI, St. Paul, MN, 1994,

pp. 138-149.

139-94 Koerner, R. M. and Daniel, D. E., “Technical Equivalency Assessment of GCLs to

CCLs,” Proc. GRI-7 Conference on Geosynthetic Liner Systems, IFAI, St. Paul, MN,

1994, pp. 255-275 and reprinted in Proc. LGA/GRI Symposium on Geosynthetic

Clay Liners, Nürnberg, Germany, 1994, pp. 59-84.

140-94 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Behavior of Partially Ultraviolet

Degraded Geotextiles,” Proc. 5th Intl. Conf. on Geosynthetics, Singapore, 1994, pp.

1209-1212.

141-94 Soong, T.-Y., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Koerner, R. M., “Stress Relaxation Behavior of

Geomembranes,” Proc. 5th Intl. Conf. on Geosynthetics, Singapore, 1994, pp. 1121-

1124.

142-95 Hsuan, Y. G., Yim, G. and Koerner, R. M., “Evaluation of Geomembranes Made

From Different Blends of Polyethylene,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’95, IFAI, St. Paul,

MN, pp. 509-523.

143-95 Wilson-Fahmy, R. and Koerner, R. M., “Leakage Rates Through a Hole in a

Geomembrane Overlying a Geosynthetic Clay Liner,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’95, IFAI,

St. Paul, MN, pp. 655-668.

144-95 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Temperature Behavior of Field Deployed

HDPE Geomembranes,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’95, IFAI, St. Paul, MN, pp. 921-937.

145-95 Koerner, R. M., “Progress in Geosynthetics,” Keynote Lecture, Proc. Geosynthetics

’95, IFAI, St. Paul, MN, pp. 1-12.

146-95 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Long-Term Permeability of Granular Drainage

Material,” Proceedings of Recycling Symposium, U. S. EPA, March 23-24.

147-95 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Lessons Learned from Geocomposite Edge

Drain Clogging Due to Improper Installation,” Seminar Proceedings, Geosynthetics,

’95, IFAI.

148-95 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Use of Nonwoven Geotextiles in Waste

Containment Systems, IDEA 95, Assoc. of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry,

Philadelphia, PA, 1994, pp. 197-206.

149-96 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetic Use in Trenchless Pipe

Remediation and Rehabilitation,” Proc. GRI-9 Conf. on Geosynthetics in

Infrastructure Enhancement and Remediation, GII Publ., Philadelphia, 1996, pp. 62-

73.

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150-96 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “Geotextiles Used as Flexible Forms,” Proc.

GRI-9 Conf. on Geosynthetics in Infrastructure Enhancement and Remediation, GII

Publ., Philadelphia, 1996, pp. 131-140.

151-96 Thomas, R. W. and Koerner, R. M., “Advances in HDPE Barrier Walls,” Proc. GRI-

9 Conf. on Geosynthetics in Infrastructure Enhancement and Remediation, GII Publ.,

Philadelphia, 1996, pp. 212-225.

152-96 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Seepage Induced Slope Stability,” Proc. GRI-9

Conf. on Geosynthetics in Infrastructure Enhancement and Remediation, GII Publ.,

Philadelphia, 1996, pp. 245-265.

153-96 Koerner, R. M., Keynote Lecture, “The State-of-the-Practice Regarding In-Situ

Monitoring of Geosynthetics,” EuroGeo I on Geosynthetics: Applications, Design

and Construction, M. B. de Groot, G. den Hoedt, and R. J. Termaat, Eds., Balkema,

Rotterdam, 1996, pp. 71-86.

154-97 Koerner, R. M. and Guglielmetti, J. L., “Vertical Barriers: Geomembranes,” in

Assessment of Barrier Containment Technologies, R. R. Rumer and J. K. Mitchell,

Eds., NTIS, 1996.

155-97 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetics in Ground Improvement,” Proc.

16th ASCE/PaDOT Conference on Geotechnical Engineering, Camp Hill, PA, Oct.

22-24, 1997, 24 pgs.

156-98 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Behavior of Waves in HDPE Geomembranes: A

Laboratory Study,” Proc. 11th GRI-Conf. on Field Installation of Geosynthetics, R.

M. Koerner, G. R. Koerner, Y. G. Hsuan and T.-Y. Soong, Eds., GII Publ., 1998, pp.

131-154.

157-98 Koerner, R. M., Keynote Lecure, “Manufacturing of Geosynthetic Clay Liners,”

Proc. GeoBento ’98, February 2-3, 1998, BRGM Formation, Paris, France, pp. 31-

42.

158-98 Koerner, R. M., Carson, D. A., Daniel, D. E. and Bonaparte, R., “Update of the

Cincinnati GCL Test Plots,” Proc. GeoBento ’98, February 2-3, 1998, BRGM

Formation, Paris, France, pp. 291-316.

159-98 Koerner, R. M., Soong, T.-Y. and Gontar, A., “Selected Aspects of GCL Shear

Strength Testing,” Proc. GeoBento ’98, February 2-3, 1998, BRGM Formation,

Paris, France, pp. 97-110.

160-98 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Laboratory Study of HDPE Geomembranes

Waves,” Proc. 6ICG, Atlanta, IFAI, 1998, pp. 301-306.

161-98 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Modeling and Extrapolation of Creep Behavior of

Geosynthetics,” Proc. 6ICG, Atlanta, IFAI, 1998, pp. 707-710.

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162-98 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Geosynthetic Reinforced Segmental Retaining

Walls,” Proc. 17th ASCE/PaDOT Conf. on Geotechnical Engineering, Hershey, PA,

1998, 36 pgs.

163-99 Soong, T.-Y., Hungr, O. and Koerner, R. M., “Stability Analysis of Selected Landfill

Failures by 2-D and 3-D Methods,” Proc. GRI-12 Conference, GII Publ., Folsom,

PA, 1999, pp. 296-229.

164-99 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Leachate in Landfills: The Stability Issues,”

Proc. GRI-12 Conference, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 1999, pp. 330-354.

165-99 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M., “Rationale and Background for the GRI-GM13

Specification for HDPE Geomembranes,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’99, IFAI Publ., St.

Paul, MN, 1999, pp. 385-400.

166-99 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Koerner, R. M., “Prediction of Long-Term Pullout

Behavior of Rigid Geogrids Using Isochroous Curves,” Geosynthetics ’99, IFAI

Publ., St. Paul, MN, 1999, pp. 745-756.

167-99 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M., “Academic Research on Geosynthetics in North

America,” Proc. GRI-13, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 1999, pp. 416-431.

168-99 Ashley, M., Hart, M., Hsuan, G., Koerner, G., Koerner, R. and Konrath, L., “The

Internet and How It will Affect Geosynthetics in the Very Near Future,” Proc. GRI-

13, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, 1999, pp. 391-399.

169-00 Koerner, R. M., “Leachate Recycling Leading to Bioreactor Landfills for the Rapid

Degradation of Municipal Solid Waste,” Proc. of ESD Solid Waste Management

Conference, Lansing, MI, 2000, 39 pgs.

170-00 Koerner, R. M., “The Cincinnati GCL Test Plots,” Proc. of ESC Solid Waste

Management Conference, Lansing, MI, 2000, pp. 38 pgs.

171-00 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Drainage System Design Behind Reinforced

Segmental Retaining Walls,” Proc. 28th PennDOT/ASCE Conference, Hershey, PA,

2000, 38 pgs.

172-00 Koerner. R. M., “Industry Issues Involving Geosynthetics in the Private Sector,”

Proc. GRI-14 Conference, GII, Folsom, PA, December 2000, pp. 390-396.

173-00 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. N. and Hsuan, Y. G. “Bioreactor Landfills: The Liner

System Issues,” Proc. GRI-14 Conference, GII, Folsom, PA, December 2000, pp. 59-

74.

174-00 Koerner, R. M., Soong, T.-Y., Koerner, G. R. and Gontar, A., “Creep Testing and

Data Extrapolation of Reinforced GCLs,” Proc. GRI-14 Conference, GII, Folsom,

PA, December 2000, pp. 189-210.

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175-00 Hsuan, Y. G., “The Durability of Reinforcement Fibers and Yarns in Geosynthetic

Clay Liners,” Proc. GRI-14 Conference, GII, Folsom, PA, December 2000, pp. 211-

225.

176-00 Koerner, R. M., “Industry Issues Involving Geosynthetics in the Private Sector,”

Proc. GRI-14 Conference, GII, Folsom, PA, December 2000, pp. 390-396.

177-01 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, J. and Soong, T.-Y., “Earth Retaining Wall Costs in the

USA,” Proc. Geosynthetics Conference 2001, Portland, OR, IFAI Publishers, 2001,

pp. 483-506.

178-01 Koerner, G. R. (2001), “Installation of Geotextile Separators in Pavement

Applications,” Proc. GRI-15 Conference, GII, Folsom, PA, pp. 206-214.

179-01 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M., Kolbasuk, G. and Soong, T.-Y. (2001), “Potential

Effects of Regrind on the Properties of HDPE Geomembranes,” Proc. GRI-15

Conference, GII, Folsom, PA, pp. 225-234.

180-01 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2001), “Geosynthetic Design Beyond Factor of

Safety; Risk Assessment Using Probability-of-Failure Analysis,” Proc. GRI-15

Conference, GII, Folsom, PA, pp. 235-253.

181-02 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. (2002), “Durability and Lifetime of Polymer Fibers

With Respect to Reinforced Geosynthetic Clay Barriers,” Proc. Clay Geosynthetic

Barriers, Zanzinger, Koerner & Gartung, Eds., A. A. Balkema Publ., pp. 73-86.

182-02 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2002), “Geomembrane Leakage Arising From

Broken Needles With GCLs,” Proc. Clay Geosynthetic Barriers, Zanzinger, Koerner

& Gartung, Eds., A. A. Balkema Publ., pp. 209-218.

183-02 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2002), “Geosynthetics in Erosion Control: A

Technology in Progress,” 19th Central Pennsylvania Geotechnical Conference, May

13-15, Hershey, PA, 29 pgs.

184-02 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2002), “Field Measurements of

Oxygen, Temperature, and Moisture Behind Segmental Retaining Walls,” 7ICG,

Delmas, Gourc and Girard Eds., Nice, France, pp. 1431-1434.

185-02 Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. (2002), “Field Measurements of

Alkalinity (pH) Levels Behind Segmental Regaining Walls,” 7ICG, Delmas, Gourc

and Girard Eds., Nice, France, pp. 1443-1446.

186-02 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, G. R. (2002), “Maturing of an Industry:

The Needs and Development of Generic Specifications,” 7ICG, Delmas, Gourc and

Girard Eds., Nice, France, pp. 1489-1490.

187-02 Koerner, R. M. (2002), “Beyond Factor of Safety: The Probability of Failure,” Proc.

GRI-16 Hot Topics in Geosynthetics III, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, pp. 1-18.

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188-02 Koerner, R. M., Gray, D. H. and Qian, X. (2002), “Post Closure Beneficial Uses of

Landfills,” Proc. GRI-16 Hot Topics in Geosynthetics III, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, pp.

94-111.

189-02 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2002), “Use of Drainage Geocomposites for

Segmental Block Retaining Walls,” Proc. GRI-16 Hot Topics in Geosynthetics III,

GII Publ., Folsom, PA, pp. 206-219.

190-03 Koerner, R. M. and Hsuan, Y. G., “Lifetime Prediction of Polymeric Geomembranes

Used in New Dam Construction and Dam Rehabilitation,” Proc. Assoc. State Dam

Safety Officials Conference, Lake Harmony, PA, 2003, June 4-6, 16 pgs.

191-03 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Geotextile Tube Assessment Using a Hanging

Bag Test,” Proc. GRI-17 Conference on Hot Topics in Geosynthetics, GII Publ.,

Folsom, PA, 2003, pp. 240-255.

192-03 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “Geotextile Tubes: Applications, Designs and

Performance,” Proc. ASCE/Penn DOT Conf., Hershey, PA, 2004, ~ 30 pgs.

193-03 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, “Geotextile Tube Assessment Using a Hanging Bag

Test,” Proc. GRI-17 Conference on Hot Topics in Geosynthetics, GII Publ., Folsom,

PA, 2003, pp. 240-255.

194-04 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Design of External Drainage Systems for

Segmental Retaining Walls,” Proc. EuroGeo 3, Munich, Germany, March 1-3, 2004,

pp. 355-360.

195-04 Koerner, G. R., “Comparing GCL Performance Using Rigid Versus Flexible Wall

Permeameters,” Advances in Geosynthetic Clay Liner Technology: 2nd Symposium,

ASTM STP 1456, R. E. Mackey and K. von Maubeuge, Eds., ASTM International,

2004, West Conshohocken, PA, pp. 110-117.

196-04 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “Geotextile Tubes: Applications, Designs and

Performance,” Proc. ASCE/Penn DOT Conf., 2004, Hershey, PA, 32 pgs.

197-05 Hsuan, Y. G., Yeo, S.-S. and Koerner, R. M., “Compression Creep Behavior of

Geofoam Using the Stepped Isothermal Method,” Proceedings of the GRI-18

Conference on “Geosynthetics Research & Development In-Progress” at

GeoFrontiers, January 26, 2005, GII Publication, Folsom, PA.

198-05 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M., “Evaluation of the Hydrolysis Behavior of

Polyethylene Terephthalate Yarns,” Proceedings of the GRI-18 Conference on

“Geosynthetics Research & Development In-Progress” at GeoFrontiers, January 26,

2005, GII Publication, Folsom, PA.

199-05 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Alkalinity Between Masonry Blocks of a

Segmental Retaining Wall (SRW),” Proceedings of the GRI-18 Conference on



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200-05 Huang, W. and Koerner, R. M., “An Amendment Strategy for Enhancing the

Performance of Geotextile Tubes Used in Decontamination of Polluted Sediments

and Sludges,” Proceedings of the GRI-18 Conference on “Geosynthetics Research &

Development In-Progress” at GeoFrontiers, January 26, 2005, GII Publication,

Folsom, PA.

201-05 Hsuan, Y. G. Hsuan, R. M. (2004), “Aging of Geomembranes Used in Hydraulic

Structures,” Proceedings of the GRI-18 Conference on “Geosynthetics Research &


Folsom, PA.

202-05 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “In-Situ Temperature Monitoring of

Geomembranes,” Proceedings of the GRI-18 Conference on “Geosynthetics

Research & Development In-Progress” at GeoFrontiers, January 26, 2005, GII

Publication, Folsom, PA.

203-05 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “On the Creep Reduction Factors for Geotextile

Puncture Protection of Geomembranes,” Proceedings of the GRI-18 Conference on



204-05 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. , “Stage “C” Lifetime Prediction of HDPE

Geomembrane Using Acceleration Tests with Elevated Temperature and High

Pressure,” Proceedings of the GRI-18 Conference on “Geosynthetics Research &


Folsom, PA.

205-05 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Ultrasonic Thickness Testing of Textured




206-05 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Hsuan, Y. G., “Lifetime Prediction of Exposed




207-05 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Geotextile Tube Evaluation by Hanging Bag

and Pressure Filtration Testing,” Proceedings of the GRI-18 Conference on



208-5 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M., “A New Method to Analyze for and Design Against,

Translational Failures of Geosynthetic Lined Landfills,” Proc. Koerner Symposium

on Geosynthetics and Geosynthetic-Engineered Structures, ASCE Engineering

Mechanics Division, Baton Rouge, LA, June 1-3, 2005.

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209-05 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, G. R., “Lifetime Prediction of Polymeric

Geomembranes Used in New Dam Construction and in Dam Rehabilitation,” Proc.

2nd UK-IGS Symposium, Loughborough University, UK, 28 pgs.

210-06 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Hsuan, Y. G., “Long Term Monitoring of

Alkalinity at the Geogird-Block Interface at a Full Scale Masonry Block Retaining

Wall,” Proc. 8 IGS Conference, Yokohama, Japan, 2006, pp. __.

211-07 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. (2007), “Intelligent Floating Covers for Early Alert

of Water Reservoir Intrusion and Possible Contamination,” Proc. GRI-20

Conference, Washington, DC, January 17-19, IFAI Publication on CD.

212-07 Weggel, J. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2007), "Floating (Geogrid Supported)

Geomembrane Megabags for Emergency Water Supply," Proc. GRI-20 Conference,

Washington, DC, January 17-19, IFAI Publication on CD.

213-07 Mullin, J. V. and Koerner, R. M. (2007), "Geotextiles Filled With Shear-Thickening

Fluids Wrapped Around Oil and Gas Transmission Pipelines to Withstand Explosive

Blasts and Related Sabotage," Proc. GRI-20 Conference, Washington, DC, January

17-19, IFAI Publication on CD.

214-07 Koerner, G. R. (2007), "Geosynthetic Solutions for Emergency Repair of Damaged

Roadways and Airfields," Proc. GRI-20 Conference, Washington, DC, January 17-

19, IFAI Publication on CD.

215-07 Koerner, R. M. and Wilkes, J. A. (2007), "The 2006 ICOLD Bulletin on

Geomembrane Sealing Systems for Dams," 27th United States Society for

Dams Conference, Philadelphia, PA, March 8-11, pp. 69-78.

216-08 Koerner, R. M. (2008), "Progression of Stabilizing Saturated Fine-Grained

Soils from Vertical Consolidation-to-Sand Drains (with Case History)-to-Wick

Drains," Proc. GeoAmericas , IFAI, pp. 911-921.

217-08 Koerner, R. M. and Wong, W.-K. (2008), "Geosynthetic Supported Basal

Reinforcement Over Deep Foundations Emphasizing Geogrid Encased Stone

Columns and Geotextile Encased Sand Columns," Proc. 23rd Central

Pennsylvania Geotechnical Conference, Hershey, PA, May 28-30, 25 pgs.

218-08 Koerner, R. M. (2008), "A Worldwide Perspective on the Impermeabilization of

Solid Waste Landfills: Past-Present-Future," Intl. Congress on Protection,

Construction, and Impermeabilization of Hydraulic Structures, CEDEX, Palma de

Mallorca, 23-25 April 2008, 13 pgs.

219-08 Koerner, G. R. (2008), "Geosynthetic Bags for Agricultural Materials Storage,"

Proc.GRl-21 Conference on Geosynthetics in Agriculture and Aquaculture,

Cancun, Mexico, IFAI Publ., Roseville, MN, pp. 31-36.

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220-08 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2008), "Geomembrane Contained Farm

Animal Waste Used as Gas-Generating Biodigesters," Proc. GRI-21 Conference

on Geosynthetics in Agriculture and Aquaculture, Cancun, Mexico, IFAI Publ.,

Roseville, MN, pp. 42-47.

221-08 Koerner, G. R. (2008), "Turbidity Screens for Enhanced Aquaculture

Environments," Proc. GRI-21 Conference on Geosynthetics in Agriculture and

Aquaculture, Cancun, Mexico, IFAI Publ., Roseville, MN, pp. 64-74.

222-08 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R., Eith, A. E. and Ballod, C. P. (2008),

"Geomembrane Temperature Monitoring at Dry and Wet Landfills," Proc. Global

Waste Mgmt. Symp., Copper Mt., Colorado, NSWMA, on CD.

223-08 Koerner, G. R., Eith, A. E., Ballod, C. P. and Koerner, R. M. (2008), "Long

Term Monitoring of Gases and Liquids Generated at Two Bioreactor (Wet)

Landfills," Proc. Global Waste Mgmt. Symp., Copper Mt., Colorado,

NSWMA, on CD.

224-08 Eith, A. W., Ballod, C. P., Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2008), "Long

Term Flow Rate Evaluation of Degraded MSW Placed Directly on Sand and

Gravel Drainage Media," Proc. Global Waste Mgmt. Symp., Copper Mt.,

Colorado, NSWMA, on CD.

225-09 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2009), “Geocomposite Drainage Materials

Connections and Attachments,” GRI-22 Conference, Salt Lake City, February 27,

pp. 57-65.

226-09 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2009), “Smoke Testing of Spray-Applied

Puncture Geomembranes,” GRI-22 Conference, Salt Lake City, February 27, pp.

71-76.

227-09 Koerner, R. M. (2009), “An Overview of Geogrids,” 25th Anniversary

Proceedings of Polymeric Grid Reinforcement Conference, London, England.

228-10 Case, M. E., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. (2010), “Case

History of a 16-Year Old Exposed HDPE Geomembrane Cover,” 9th ICG, Brazil

(on CD).

229-10 Yako, M. A., Koerner, G. R., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M. (2010), “Case

History of a 20-Year Old Exposed HDPE Surface Impoundment Liner,” 9th ICG,

Brazil (on CD).

230-10 Koerner. R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2010), “Generic Specification for GCL

Manufacturing Quality Control: Details and Unsettled Issues,” Proc. 3rd Intl.

Symp. on Geosynthetic Clay Liners, SKZ, Würzburg, Germany, Sept. 15-16, (on

CD).

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231-11 Koerner, R. M. (2011), “Traditional Versus Exposed Geomembrane Landfill

Covers: Cost and Sustainability Perspectives,” Proc. GRI-24, GII Publ., Folsom,

PA, pp. 182-197; also Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 30, No. 5,

October/November, 2012, pp. 34-41.

232-11 Koerner, G. R. (2011), “Carbon Emission of Various Types of Drainage Pipes,”

Proc. GRI-24 Conference, GII Publ., Folsom, PA, pp. 79-85.

233-11 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2011), “Geotextile Filter Failures: Examples

and Lessons Learned,” Proc. 25th Central PA Geotechnical Conference, Hershey,

PA, 27 pgs.

234-11 Koerner, R. M. and Wilkes, J. (2011), “The 2010 ICOLD Bulletin on

Geomembrane Sealing Systems for Dams,” Dam Safety Conference, Sept. 25-29,

Washington, DC (on CD).

235-11 Koerner, R. M. (2011), “The Perpetual Landfill,” New York Federation of Solid

Waste and Recycling Conference, Sagamore, NY (on CD).

236-12 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2012), “A Data Base of 141 Failed

Geosynthetic Reinforced Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Walls,” Proc. 26th

Annual Penna. Geotechnical Conference, Hershey, PA, Oct. 25-26, 2012, 14 pgs.

237-12 Koerner, G. R., Eith, A. W. and Koerner, R. M. (2012), “Long Term Leachate

Collection and Removal System (LCRS) Study,” Global Waste Mgmt. Conf.,

Phoenix, AZ, 4 pgs.

238-12 Eith, A. E., Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2012), “Case Study of a 25-Year

Old HDPE Geomembrane Landfill Liner,” Global Waste Mgmt. Conference,

Phoenix, AZ, 5 pgs.

239-12 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, Koerner, R. M. and Huang, W. (2013), “Dewatered and

Decontaminated Disposal of Dredged Sediments Using Geotextile Bags,

Containers and Tubes,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’13, Long Beach, CA, pp. 713-721.

240-13 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R.M. and Koerner, M. R. (2013), “Abrasion Resistance

of Geomembranes,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’13, Long Beach, CA, pp. 731-737.

241-13 Hsuan, Y. G. (2013), “An Overview of Polymeric Resin Used in the

Manufacturer of Geosynthetic Materials,” Proc. of GRI-25 on 25-Year

Retrospective of the Geosynthetic Industry and Glimpses Into the Future,

GSI/IFAI, Long Beach, CA, pp. 1-8.

242-13 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2013), “Background and Development of

GRI’s Geosynthetic Specifications,” Proc. of GRI-25 on 25-Year Retrospective

of the Geosynthetic Industry and Glimpses Into the Future, GSI/IFAI, Long

Beach, CA, pp. 92-109.

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243-13 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2013), “Geosynthetic Design Methods Used

in Roadway Applications,” Proc. of GRI-25 on 25-Year Retrospective of the

Geosynthetic Industry and Glimpses Into the Future, GSI/IFAI, Long Beach, CA,

pp. 288-322.

244-13 Koerner, R. M. (2013), “The Geosynthetic Institute’s Background and History,”

Proc. of GRI-25 on 25-Year Retrospective of the Geosynthetic Industry and

Glimpses Into the Future, GSI/IFAI, Long Beach, CA, pp. 375-406.

245-13 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2013), “Geotextile Filter Failures Under

Challenging Field Conditions,” in Sound Geotechnical Research to Practice,

Honoring Robert D. Holtz, A. W. Stuedlein and B. R. Christopher, Editors, GSP

#230, ASCE, Reston, VA, pp. 273-290.

246-14 Koerner, R. M. (2014), “Geosynthetic Applications in Unpaved and Paved

Roads,” Proc. 27th Central Pennsylvania Conference, April 23-25, 16 pgs.

247-14 Rimoldi, P., Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2014), “Dynamic Flow Rate

Tests on Drainage Geocomposites for Railway Applications,” Proc. 10th IGS,

Berlin, 8 pgs. (on CD).

248-14 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2014), “Monitoring In-Situ Conditions at

Landfills for the Purpose of Evaluating Long Term Geomembrane Performance,”

Proc. 10th IGS, Berlin, 8 pgs. (on CD).

249-14 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2014), “Laboratory and Field Behavior of

Landfill Leachate Collection Sands, Gravels and Geocomposites,” Proc. 10th IGS,

Berlin, 7 pgs. (on CD).

250-14 Chow, E. and Koerner, G. R. (2014), “EVAL EVOH (Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol

Copolymer) Geomembrane Seaming,” Proc. 10th IGS, Berlin, 8 pgs. (on CD).

251-14 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Hsuan, Y. G. (2014), “Multi-Axial Tension

Behavior of Smooth HDPE Geomembranes at Extremely Slow Pressurization

Rates”, Proc. Geosynthetics ’15, Portland, OR, pp. 1200-1209.

252-15 Koerner, G. R. and Rafter, T. (2015), “Case History of a 25-Year Old Exposed

CSPE-R Geomembrane,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’15, Portland, OR, pp. 891-897.

253-15 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2015), “Destructive and Nondestructive

Testing of Geosynthetic Clay Liner (GCL) Panel Seams,” Proc. Geosynthetics

’15, Portland, OR, pp. 868-879.

254-15 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2015), “Geosynthetics in Roadways,” Proc.

2nd. Intl. GSI-Asia Geosynthetics Conference, Seoul, Korea, 4 pgs.

255-15 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, M. R. (2016), “Geosynthetic Clay

Liner Shrinkage Under Outdoor Exposure,” Proc. GeoAmericas 2016, Miami,

Florida, 7 pgs. (on CD).

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256-16 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2016), “Enhanced Drainage for Geotextile

Tubes Using GeoSpacers,” Proc. GeoAmericas 2016, Miami, Florida, 8 pgs. (on

CD).

257-16 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, M. R. (2016), “Exhumation of a

Coated Polyester Geogrid From a Masonry Block Retaining Wall After 12-Years

of Service,” Proc. GeoAmericas 2016, Miami, Florida, 7 pgs. (on CD).

258-16 Koerner, G. R. (2016), “Geosynthetic Institute’s Laboratory Accreditation

Program: A Twenty (20) Year Review,” Proc. GeoAmericas 2016, Miami,

Florida, 10 pgs. (on CD).

259-16 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, G. R. (2016), “Exposed

Geomembrane/Geosynthetic Clay Liner Composites for Solid Waste Covers,

Liquid Impoundment Liners and Canal Liners,” Proc. GeoEnvironmental

Conference, ASCE, GSP 274, pp. 22-35.

260-16 Koerner, G. R. (2016), “Monitoring Long-Term InSitu Conditions of Adjacent

Dry and Wet MSW Landfill Cells,” Proc. GeoEnvironmental Conference, ASCE,

GSP 275, pp. 14-24.

261-17 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2017), “The Durability of Exposed

Geomembrane Covers,” Geotechnical Frontiers 2017, GSP 276, Orlando, pp.

139-147.

262-17 Wolschon, M., Rohe, D. S. and Koerner, G. R. (2017), “Case History of Six 25-

Year Old PVD-Geomembrane Lined Ponds,” Geotechnical Frontiers 2017, GSP

276, Orlando, pp. 236-242.

263-17 Formont, S. B. and Koerner, G. R. (2017), “Determining the Long-Term

Transmissivity of Selected Drainage Composites to Landfill Leachate,”

Geotechnical Frontiers 2017, GSP 276, Orlando, pp. 274-280.

264-18 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2018), “Geosynthetic Drainage Composite

Materials Connections and Attachments,” 11th ICG, Seoul, Korea.

265-18 Rafter, T., Youngblood, J. and Koerner, G. R. (2018), “Case History of a 22-Year

Old Geomembrane Liner at a Domestic Waste Landfill,” 11th ICG, Seoul, Korea.

266-18 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2018), “Mechanically Stabilized Wall

Failures Due to Hydraulic Situations, 11th IGS, Seoul, Korea.

267-18 Koerner, M., Koerner, G. and Koerner, R. (2018), “Exhumation of Geosynthetics

from a Geosynthetic Reinforced Bridge Abutment After 17-Years of Service,”

11th ICG, Seoul, Korea.

268-18 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2018), “Geosynthetics Design Beyond

Factor-of-Safety: i.e., Risk Assessment Using Probability-of-Failure Analysis,”

Proc. 30th ASCE Central PA Geotechnical Conference, Hershey, PA.

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269-19 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2019), “Geomembrane Bubble Management

at a Dredged Spoil Disposal Impoundment,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’19, Houston,

TX, pp. 608-617.

270-19 Koerner, M. R., Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2019), “Veneer Instability of

a Frozen Geomembrane-to-Geotextile Interface,” Proc. Geosynthetics ’19,

Houston, TX, pp. 618-627.

271-19 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2019), “Lessons Learned Regarding Exit

Strategies from Geosynthetic Drainage Composites,” Proc. GeoCongress Conf.,

Phila., PA, March 24-27, 2019.

272-19 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2019), “Case History of an Exhumed Landfill

Double Liner System,” Proc. GeoCongress Conf., Phila., PA, March 24-27, 2019.

273-20 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2020), “Geosynthetic Drainage Composites:

Applications, Designs, Performance and Connection Details,” 31st Central

Pennsylvania Geotechnical Conference, Hershey, PA, 15 pgs.

(d) Miscellaneous Papers, Magazine Articles and Limited Distribution Reports

1-70 DeRosa, J. F., Beard, R. B. and Koerner, R. M., “Improved Cathodes for Implantable

Power Generating Electrodes,” 23rd ACEMB, Washington, DC, Nov. 1970, p. 197.

2-71 Koerner, R. M. and Partos, A., “Load Transfer Analysis of Instrumented Cast-in-

Place Concrete Pile,” Foundation Facts, Raymond International, Inc., NY, Vol. 7,

No. 1, 1971, pp. 16-19.

3-71 DeRosa, J. F., Beard, R. B., Koerner, R. M. and Dubin, S., “Porous Cathodes for

Implantable Power Generating Electrodes,” 24th AACEMB, Las Vegas, NV, Nov.

1971, p. 270.

4-72 DeRosa, J. F., Beard, R. B., Koerner, R. M., Budin, S., “Polarization and Corrosion

Studies of Porous and Solid Anodes for Implantable Power Generating Electrodes,”

25th ACEMB, Bal Harbour, FL, Oct. 1972, p. 309.

5-72 Koerner, R. M., “Current Status of Instructional Computer Use in Civil

Engineering,” ASEE Annual Conference, Lubbock, Texas, June 1972.

6-74 Koerner, R. M., Hirsch, R. B. and McNamee, B. M., “From Civil Engineering

Design to Interdisciplinary Design,” ASEE Annual Conference, Troy, NY, June,

1974.

7-74 Koerner, R. M., “Waste Product Utilization in Building Materials,” ASEE Annual

Conference, Troy, NY, June 1974.

8-74 Koerner, R. M., “The Interdisciplinary Approach to Powder Technology Problems,”

Intl. Jour. Powder Metal and Power Tech., Vol. 10, No. 3, July 1974, pp. 233-235.

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9-75 Beard, R. B., Hung, B. N., Schmukler, R., Dubin, S. E. and Koerner, R. M.,

“Characterization and Biocompatibility Studies – Porous Stimulating Electrodes,”

28th ACEMB, New Orleans, LA, Sept. 1975, p. 36.

10-76 Hung, B. N., Beard, R. B., Dubin, S. E., Koerner, R. M., Schmulker, R. and Miller,

A., “Further Characterization and Biocompatibility Studies on Porous Stimulating

Electrodes,” 2nd Mtd., Soc. for Biomaterials, April 1976, Philadelphia, PA, p. 20.

11-76 Okrasinkski, T. A., Parker, S. W., Bergh, J. Koerner, R. M. and Kamel, I. L., “Soil

Erosion Control and Conditioning Using Polyvinyl Alcohol,” 4th Annual Polymer

Conf., Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, May 19, 1976.

12-76 Koerner, R. M. and Gardner, W. S., “Overview of the Geotechnical Characteristics

of the Philadelphia Area,” Bicentennial Volume of the Philadelphia Section, ASCE,

1976.

13-77 Koerner, R. M. and Koczak, M. J. “Isostatic Compaction of Avicel Solid

Antiperspirant,” FMC Corp., Phila., PA, Dec. 1977, pp. 1-5.

14-78 Koerner, R. M., Koczak, M. J. and Steuernagel, C. R., “Isostatic Compaction of

Microcrystalline Cellulose Powders,” Proc. First Intl. Conf. on Isostatic Pressing,

University of Technology, Loughborough, England, Sept. 19-22, 1978, pp. 26-1,2,3.

15-78 Koerner, R. M., Reif, J. S. and Burlingame, M. J., “Detection Methods for Location

of Subsurface Water and Seepage Prior to Grouting,” ASCE National Conf., Oct. 16-

20, 1978, Chicago.

16-78 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E. Jr., “Predicting Dam Failure,” Research Directions,

Vol. 1, No. 1, Winter, 1978, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, pp. 1-4.

17-79 Koerner, R. M. and Koczak, M. J., “Isostatic Pressing of Avicel’s Al2O3,” Bulletin

CR-1, FMC Corp., Phila., PA.

18-79 Rosenfarb, J. L., Koerner, R. M. and Stagg, M., “Fatigue and Structural Damage of

Residential Structures from Repeated Surface Mine Blasting,” Abs. 51st Annual

Mtg., Eastern Section of the Seismological Society of America, Oct. 15-17, 1979,

WNSSN Observatory, Blacksburg, VA.

19-79 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and Wilder, I., “Acoustic Monitoring to Determine

the Integrity of Hazardous Waste Dams,” EAP Capsule Report, Cincinnati, Ohio,

Aug. 1979, 20 pgs.

20-80 Koerner, R. M., Lord, A. E., Jr. and McCabe, W. M., “Feasibility of Using AE

Techniques to Predict Ground Stability During and After Underground Excavations,”

Research Summary, U. S. DOT Conf. on R & D Underground Constructing and

Tunneling, Reston, VA, May 21-23, 1980, pp. 14-15.

21-80 Koerner, R. M., “Acoustic Emission Monitoring of Soil Stability,” Royal Society of

Engineers (KIVI), Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands, Sept. 3, 1980.

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22-81 Welsh, J. P. and Koerner, R. M., “Current Status of Geotextiles in Engineering and

Construction,” 35th Ohio Transp. Engr. Conf., Ohio State University, April 7-8, 1989,

pp. 67-71.

23-82 Koerner, R. M., Discussion of “Geotextile-Reinforced Unpaved Road Design” by J.-

P. Giroud and L. Noiray, Jour. Geotech. Engr. Div., ASCE, Vol. 108, No. GT12,

Dec. 1982, p. 1659-1660.

24-82 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods

Applied to Subsurface Environmental Problems,” Proc. Geotechnics of Waste

Management, Geotech Group, Phila. Section ASCE, Z. I. Husami, Ed., 1982, pp. 1-

13.

25-83 Koerner, R. M., Summary Reports on Paved Roads, Railroads, Special Applications

and Endurance Sessions, Second Intl. Conf. on Geotextiles, Aug. 1-6, 1982, Las

Vegas, NM, Vol. 4, pp.

26-83 Koerner, R. M., “Geosounds, Acoustic Emission Trends,” AET Corp., Sacramento,

California, Part I, Vol. 1, No. 1; Part II, Vol. 2, No. 1, part III, Vol. 2, No. 3.

27-84 Koerner, R. M., “Geomembranes,” Industrial Fabrics Products Review/Buyers

Guide, IFAI, 1984, pp. 106-109.

28-84 Koerner, R. M., “Should I Specify a Woven or Nonwoven?,” Geotechnical Fabrics

Report, Vol. 2, No. 2, Fall 1984, pp. 26-27.

29-84 Koerner, R. M., “A Note on Geotextile Design Methods,” Geotechnical Fabrics

Report, Vol. 2, No. 2, Fall 1984, pp. 28-29.

30-84 Koerner, R. M., “Use of Synthetic Fabrics and Sheets in the Containment of

Hazardous Waste Materials,” Proc. Fiber Soc./SAMPE Conf. of High Performance

Textile Structures, June 6-8, 1984, Phila. College of Textiles, 3 pgs.

31-85 Koerner, R. M., “Selected Notes on Geomembranes,” Proc. of Innovations in

Geotechnical Engineering, Apr. 18-19, 1985, Harrisburg, PA, Penn DOT & ASCE,

17 pp.

32-86 Koerner. R. M., “Geotextiles in Dam Construction, Repair and Maintenance,” Conf.

on Dam Safety in the States, Mt. Pocono, PA, 1986, pg. 35.

33-86 Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetics: The Key to Successful Waste Management,”

Editorial, ASTM Standardization News, May 1986, pgs. 4 and 20.

34-87 Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A. E., Jr., “Microwave System for Locating Faults in

Hazardous Material Dikes,” Project Summary, EPA/600/S2-85/014, July, 1986

Journal Hazardous Materials, Vol. 14, No. 3, March 1987, pp. 387-390.

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35-87 Koerner, R. M., Fowler, J. and Lawrence, C. A., “Soft Soil Stabilization Study for

Wilmington Harbor South Dredge Material Disposal Area,” GL-86-38, U. S. Army

Corps of Engrs., WES, Dec., 1986, 81 pgs.

36-87 Lord, A. E. Jr., Koerner, R. M., Murphy, V. P. and Brugger, J. E., “Vacuum Assisted

In-Situ Steam Stripping to Remove Pollutants from Contaminated Soil,” Poster

Session and Abstract, EPA, Cincinnati, Ohio, May 1987, Pg. 511.

37-88 Koerner, R. M., Keynote Address, “Geosynthetics in Waste Containment,”

Conference Proceedings on Environmental Geotechnology, Bethlehem, PA, Envo

Publ. Co., Inc., Vol. 2, 1988, pp. 1-3.

38-88 Koerner, R. M., Discussion on “Pollution Effect on Soil Behavior,” Conference

Proceedings on Environmental Geotechnology, Bethlehem, PA, Envo Publ. Co., Inc.,

Vol. 2, 1988, pg. 289.

39-88 Koerner, R. M. and Richardson, G. P., Discussion on “Creep and Relaxation of

Geotextile Fabrics,” by G. den Hoedt, Journal Geotex. and Geomemb., Vol. 5, 1987,

pp. 301-306.

40-88 Koerner, R. M., “Those Intriguing Failures,” Geotechnical Fabrics Report, IFAI, Vol.

6, No. 4, July/August 1988, pg. 44.

41-88 Hsuan, Y., Koerner, R. M. and Lord, A.E., “Environmental Stress Cracking of HDPE

Geomembranes Seams and Related Studies,” GRI Report No. 1, March 20, 1988,

110 pgs.

42-88 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “A Quantification and Assessment of Installation

Damage to Geotextiles,” GRI Report No. 2, December 6, 1988.

43-88 Koerner, R. M. and Fritzinger, S. A., “From Soft Soils to Heavy Construction,” Civil

Engineering, ASCE, Dec. 1988, pp. 54-56.

44-88 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1998), “Environmental Stress Cracking of HDPE

Geomembranes and Related Studies,” GSI Rpt.-1, Folsom, PA.

45-88 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1988), “A Quantification and Assessment of Installation

Damage to Geotextiles,” GSI Rpt.-2, Folsom, PA.

46-89 Koerner, R. M., Chapters 4 and 9 in U. S. EPA Seminar Publication “Requirements

for Hazardous Waste Landfill Design, Construction and Closure,” EPA/625/4-89/

022, Cincinnati, Ohio, August 1989.

47-89 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1989), “Biological Clogging of Geotextiles Used as Landfill

Filters,” GSI Rpt.-3, Folsom, PA.

48-90 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “The Photo-Initiated Degradation of Seven

Nonwoven Needle Punched Geotextiles,” GRI Report No. 4, June 21, 1990, 37 pgs.

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49-90 Koerner, R. M., “Solid Waste Containment Systems Using Geosynthetics,” Proc.

Chicago Section ASCE, Feb. 20, 1990, 37 pgs.

50-90 Koerner, R. M. and Hwu, B.-L., “Prefabricated Geocomposite Drainage Systems,”

Geosynthetics World, Vol., No. 1, May 1990, pp. 13-16.

51-90 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Koerner, R. M., “Finite-Element Modeling of Soil –

Geogrid Interaction with Applications to the Behavior of Geogrids in Pullout

Loading Condition,” GRI Report No. 5, October 1, 1990, 104 pgs.

52-90 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1990), “The Photo-Initiated Degradation of Seven Nonwoven

Needle Punched Geotextiles, GSI Rpt.-4, Folsom, PA.

53-90 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1990), “Finite Element Modeling of Soil – Geogrid Interaction

with Applications to the Behavior of Geogrids in Pullout Loading Condition,” GSI

Rpt.-5, Folsom, PA.

54-91 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “Landfill Leachate Clogging of Geotextile (and

Soil) Filters,” Final Report, EPA/600/2-91/025, available for NTIS, PB91-213660,

Springfield, VA, 22161 (also GRI Report No. 3).

55-91 Hsuan, Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Just What is Chemical Fingerprinting?,”

Geotechnical Fabrics Report, Vol. 9, No. 7, October, 1991, pp. 26-30.

56-91 Daniel, D. E. and Koerner, R. M., “Landfill Liners from Top to Bottom,” Civil

Engineering, ASCE, Dec. 1991, pp. 46-49.

57-91 Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Vol. 1 – Geogrid Reinforced Walls, Res.

Proj. 90-17, Penn. Dept. of Transportation, Harrisburg, PA, Sept. 15, 1991, 181 pgs.

58-91 Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Vol. 2 – Geogrid Reinforced Steep Soil

Slopes, Res. Proj. 90-17, Penn. Dept. of Transportation, Harrisburg, PA, Dec. 30,

1991, 149 pgs.

59-92 Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Vol. 3 – Polymeric Geogrid

Reinforcement of Embankments over Weak Soils, Res. Proj. 90-17, Penn. Dept. of

Transportation, Harrisburg, PA, March 12, 1992, 150 pgs.

60-92 Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Vol. 4 – Polymeric Geogrid Utilization In

Paved Roads, Res. Proj. 90-17, Penn. Dept. of Transportation, Harrisburg, PA, April

20, 1992, 56 pgs.

61-92 Fahim, A. K., Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Parametric Evaluation of Primary

Leachate Collection System Behavior Using the “HELP” Model,” GRI Report No. 6,

June 18, 1992, 40 pgs.

62-92 Fahim, A. K. and Koerner, R. M., “Geotextile Specification for Transportation

Application: GRI’s Second Survey,” GRI Report No. 7, December 9, 1992, 59 pgs.

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63-92 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Koerner, R. M., “Stability Analysis of Multilined Slopes in

Landfill Applications,” GRI Report No. 8, December 9, 1992, 49 pgs.

64-92 Koerner, R. M. and Daniel, D. E., “Better Cover-Ups,” Civil Engineering, ASCE,

May 1992, pp. 55-57.

65-92 Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetic Endurance Issues,” Standardization News, ASTM,

Vol. 20, No. 9, Sept. 1992, pp. 334-36.

66-92 Koerner, R. M., “Current Research on Geosynthetics for Waste Containment

Applications,” Geotechnical News, June 192, pp. 35-36.

67-92 Koerner, R. M., “Profile of Geosynthetic Research Institute,” Transportation

Research News, No. 162, Sept.-Oct. 1992, pp. 21-23.

68-92 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1992), “Parametric Evaluation of Primary Leachate Collection

System Behavior Using the “HELP” Model,” GSI Rpt.-6, Folsom, PA.

69-92 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1992), “Geotextile Specifications for Transportation

Application: GRI’s Second Survey,” GSI Rpt.-7, Folsom, PA.

70-92 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1992), “Stability Analysis of Multilined Slopes in Landfill

Applications,” GSI Rpt.-8, Folsom, PA.

71-93 Koerner, R. M., Hsuan, Y. G. and Lord, A. E., “Stress Cracking Behavior of HDPE

Geomembranes and its Prevention,” GRI Report No. 9, June 24, 1993, 97 pgs.

72-93 Narejo, D. B., Koerner, R. M. and Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., “Experimental Puncture

Behavior of HDPE Geomembranes Without, and With Various Protection

Materials,” GRI Report No. 10, July 27, 1993, 49 pgs.

73-93 Fahim, A. K. and Koerner, R. M., “A Survey of State Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

Liner and Cover Systems, GRI Report No. 11, August 10, 1993, 105 pgs.

74-93 Koerner, R. M., “Overview of Geomembrane Seaming Data Acquisition and

Control,” EPA/600/R-93/112, June 1993, pp. 5-9 (also Summary, pp. 54-55).

75-93 Koerner, R. M., “Digging for Facts on Using Geosynthetics in Landfills,” Solid

Waste and Power, May/June 1993, pp. 60-62.

76-93 Koerner, R. M., “Impact of Subtitle D Regulations on the Role of Geosynthetics in

Landfills,” Geotechnical News, September 1993, pp. 44-45.

77-93 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M., “Can Outdoor Degradation be Predicted by

Laboratory Accelerated Weathering,” Geotechnical Fabrics Report, November 1993,

Vol. 11, No. 8., pp. 12-16.

78-93 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1993), “Stress Cracking Behavior of HDPE Geomembranes

and its Prevention,” GSI Rpt.-9, Folsom, PA.

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79-83 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1993), “Experimental Puncture Behavior of HDPE

Geomembranes Without, Then With, Various Protection Materials,” GSI Rpt.-10,

Folsom, PA.

80-93 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1993), “A Survey of State Municipal Solid Waste (MSE)

Liner and Cover Systems,” GSI Rpt.-11, Folsom, PA.

81-94 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Koerner, R. M., “FEM Behavior of Analysis of Plastic Pipe

at High Normal Stresses,” GRI Report No. 12, June 22, 1994, 105 pgs.

82-94 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F., Narejo, D. B. and Koerner, R. M., “Design Methodology for

Geomembrane Protection Materials,” GRI Report No. 13, September 26, 1994, 93

pgs.

83-94 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “Separation: Perhaps the Most Underestimated

Geotextile Function,” Geotechnical Fabrics Report, Vol. 12, No. 1, January 1994, pp.

4-10.

84-94 Koerner, R. M., “Impact of Subtitle “D” Regulations on the Role of Geosynthetics in

Landfills,” Geotechnical News, December, 1993, pp. 37-38.

85-94 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Construction Maintenance and Repair of

Landfill Leachate Collection and Removal Systems,” Proc. of Modern Double Lined

Landfill Management Seminar, New York State Assoc. for Solid Waste

Management, Saratoga Springs, NY, Jan. 1994, pp. 1-39.

86-94 Fritzinger, S. A. and Koerner, R. M., “High Strength Geotextile Reinforcement of a

Subaqueous Embankment on Very Soft Foundation Soil,” NAGS Case Histories,

1994.

87-94 Koerner, G. R., Suits, L. D. and Koerner, R. M., “New Laboratory Accreditation

Program is Specifically for Geosynthetic Testing,” Geotechnical Fabrics Report, Vol.

12, No. 7, IFAI, Sept. 1994, pp. 30-32.

88-94 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1994), “FEM Behavior of Analysis of Plastic Pipe at High

Normal Stress, GSI Rpt.-12, Folsom, PA.

89-94 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1994), “Design Methodology for Geomembrane Protection

Materials, GSI Rpt.-13, Folsom, PA.

90-95 Wilson-Fahmy, R. F. and Koerner, R. M., “Drainage for Retaining Structures Using

Geocomposite Sheet Drains: The State-of-the-Practice in the USA,” GRI Report No.

14, February 3, 1995, 52 pgs.

91-95 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “Leachate Clogging Assessment of Geotextile

and Soil Landfill Filters,” GRI Report No. 15, July 5, 1995, 156 pgs.

92-95 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M., “Long-Term Durability of HDPE Geomembranes

Part I – Depletion of Antioxidants,” GRI Report No. 16, December 11, 1995, 37 pgs.

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93-95 Koerner, G. R., Eberlé, M. and Koerner, R. M., “Potential Benefits of GCL’s as

Canal Liners,” Geotechnical Fabrics Report, Vol. 13, No. 1, IFAI, January, 1995, pp.

36-39.

94-95 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1995), “Drainage to Retaining Structures Using Geocomposite

Sheet Drains: The State-of-the-Practice in the USA,” GSI Rpt.-14, Folsom, PA.

95-95 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1995), “Leachate Clogging Assessment of Geotextile and Soil

Landfill Filters,” GSI Rpt.-15, Folsom, PA.

96-95 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1995), “Long-Term Durability of HDPE Geomembranes Part I

– Depletion of Antioxidants,” GSI Rpt.-16, Folsom, PA.

97-96 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Behavior of Waves in HDPE Geomembranes,”

GRI Report No. 17, June 17, 1996, 149 pgs.

98-96 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Cover Soil Slope Stability Involving

Geosynthetic Interfaces,” GRI Report No. 18, December 9, 1996, 87 pgs.

99-96 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Survivability Considerations for Geotextile

Filters,” IGS Case Histories Volume 1995.

100-96 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Lessons Learned from Geocomposite Edge

Drain Clogging Due to Improper Installation,” Seminar Proceedings, Geosynthetics

’95, IFAI.

101-96 Koerner, R. M., General Report on “Environmental Applications, Testing and

Related Research,” 6th Intl. Conf. on Geosynthetics, Singapore, 1994, Vol. 4, pp.

1399-1403.

102-96 Koerner, R. M., “Overview of Geosynthetic Clay Liners,” GFR, Vol. 14, No. 4, May

1996, pp. 22-25.

103-96 Koerner, R. M., “Remediation vs. Containment of Solid/Liquid Waste Sites,”

Geosynthetics World, Vol. 6, No., 1, March/April, 1996, pp. 6-7.

104-96 Koerner, R. M., “Is It a Wall or Slope?,” Land and Water, Sept./October, 1996, pg.

40.

105-96 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1996), “Behavior of Waves in HDPE Geomembranes, GSI

Rpt.-17, Folsom, PA.

106-96 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1996), “Cover Soil Slope Stability Involving Geosynthetic

Interfaces, Rpt.-18, Folsom, PA.

107-97 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “The Design of Drainage Systems Over

Geosynthetically Lined Slopes,” GRI Report No. 19, June 7, 1997, 87 pgs.

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108-97 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “The Evolution of Geosynthetics,” Civil

Engineering, July 1997, pp. 62-64.

109-97 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Geosynthetic Drainage Materials Used in

Transportation in Geotechnical Applications,” Geosynthetics News, Vol. 2, No. 4,

AKZO, Arnhem, Holland, October 1997, pp. 3-10.

110-97 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1997), “The Design of Drainage Systems Over

Geosynthetically Lined Slopes, GSI-Rpt.-19, Folsom, PA.

111-98 Koerner, J. R., Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Earth Retaining Wall Costs,” GRI

Report No. 20, June 18, 1998, 38 pgs.

112-98 Koerner, J. R., Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “A Survey of Solid Waste Landfill

Liner and Cover Regulations – Part I: USA,” GRI Report No. 21, December 7, 1998,

211 pgs.

113-98 Soong, T-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Analysis and Critique of Ten Large Solid Waste

Landfill Failures,” GRI Report No. 22, December 18, 1998, 161 pgs.

114-98 Koerner, R. M. and Soong, T.-Y., “Geosynthetic Drainage Materials Used in

Environmental Applications,” Geosynthetics News, Vol. 3, No. 5, AKZO, Arnhem,

Holland, March, 1998, pp. 3-9.

115-98 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1998), “Earth Retaining Wall Costs,” GSI Rpt.-20, Folsom,

PA.

116-98 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1998), “A Survey of Solid Waste Landfill Liner and Cover

Regulations,” GSI Rpt.-21, Folsom, PA.

117-98 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1998), “Analysis and Critique of Ten Large Solid Waste

Landfill Failures, GSI Rpt.-22, Folsom, PA.

118-99 Koerner, R. M., “The Genesis of Landfill Liner Systems in the United States,” Year

2000 – Geotechnics, A. S. Balasubramanian, Ed., Asian Inst. of Tech., Thailand.

119-99 Koerner, J. R. and Koerner, R. M., “A Survey of Solid Waste Landfill Liner and

Cover Regulations – Part II: Worldwide,” GRI Report No. 23, March 30, 1999, 177

pgs.

120-99 Soong, T.-Y. and Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetic Reinforced and Geocomposite

Drained Retaining Walls Using Low Permeability Backfill Soils,” GRI Report No.

24, July 5, 1999, 140 pgs.

121-99 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1999), “A Survey of Solid Waste Landfill Liner and Cover

Regulations,” GSI Rpt.-23, Folsom, PA.

122-99 Koerner, R. M., et al. (1999), “Geosynthetic Reinforced and Geocomposite Drained

Retaining Walls Using Low Permeability Backfill Soils,” GSI Rpt.-24, Folsom, PA.

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123-00 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Hsuan, Y. G., “Excellence in Geosynthetics,”

GFR, Vol. 18, No. 1, 2000, pp. 32-36.

124-00 Koerner, R. M., “Installation Guide for Drainage Materials Associated with

Segmental Retaining Walls,” GRI Report No. 25, December 20, 2000, 56 pgs.

125-00 Hsuan, Y. G. and Koerner, R. M., Prefabricated Wall Drain System for Structures,”

Penn. Dept. of Transportation Report, Res. Proj. 359631, Harrisburg, PA, April 26,

2000, 60 pgs.

126-00 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2000), “Installation Guide for Drainage Materials Associated

with Segmental Retaining Walls,” GSI Rpt.-25, Folsom, PA.

127-01 Koerner, R. M., “The Questionable Logic of Requiring Monitoring Wells at Double

Lined Landfill Sites,” Civil Engineer Forum, February 2001, pg. 96.

128-01 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2001), “Field Monitoring and Laboratory Study of

Geosynthetics in Reinforcement Applications,” GSI-Rpt.-26, Folsom, PA.

129-01 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2001), “Do We Need Wells at Double-Lined Landfills?,” GSI

White Paper WP-1, Folsom, PA.

130-02 Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetics in Perspective: 1998-Present,” GFR, Vol. 20, No. 8,

Oct./Nov., 2002, pp. 8-9.

131-02 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Interrelationships Between Geotextile Puncture

Tests,” GFR, Vol. 20, No. 5, 2002, pg. 23.

132-02 Koerner, R. M., “Geosynthetics in Waste Containment: Past-Present-Future,” Penn.

Dept. of Environ. Protec. Conf. on Landfill Technology, Sept. 2002, 14 pgs.

133-02 Kim, C. W., Cheng, J. and Koerner, R. M. Internal Drainage of Low Permeability

Backfill Soils of Geosynthetic Reinforced Earth Walls, GRI Report #27, January 9,

2002, 166 pgs.

134-02 Koerner, R. M., The Questionable Strategy of Soil-Only Landfill Covers, GRI Report

No. 28, August 7, 2002, 12 pgs.

135-02 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2002), “Internal Drainage of Low Permeability Backfill Soils

of Geosynthetic Reinforced Earth Walls,” GSI Rpt.-27, Folsom, PA.

136-02 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2002), “A GRI White Paper on “The Questionable Strategy of

Soil-Only Landfill Covers,” GSI Rpt.-28, Folsom, PA.

137-02 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2002), “The Questionable Strategy of Soil-Only Landfill

Covers,” GSI White Paper WP-2, Folsom, PA.

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138-03 Koerner, R. M., “A Recommendation to Use Peak Shear Strengths for Geosynthetic

Interface Design,” GFR, Vol. 21, No. 3, 2003, pp. 28-30.

139-03 Koerner, R. M., “Selected Papers on the Design Decision of Using Peak Versus

Residual Shear Strengths,” GRI Report No. 29, September 20, 2003, 115 pgs.

140-03 Koerner. R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “Providing Flexibility in Destructive Seam

Sampling and Testing,” White Paper to IAGI, Panel Session at Geo ’03, Atlanta, GA,

February 13, 2003, 16 pgs.

141-03 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2003), “Selected Papers on the Design Decision of Using Peak

versus Residual Shear Strengths,” GSI-Rpt.-29, Folsom, PA.

142-03 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2003), “Providing Flexibility in Destructive Seam

Sampling/Testing,” GSI White Paper WP-3, Folsom, PA.

143-05 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. , “In the Lab: Thickness and Asperity Tests of

Textured Geomembranes,” GFR, Vol. 23, No. 3, April, 2005, pp. 30-32.

144-05 Koerner, R. M. and Koenrer, G. R., “In-Situ Separation of GCL Panels Beneath

Exposed Geomembranes,” GFR, Vol. 23, No. 5, June/July, 2005, pp. 34-39.

145-05 Koerner, R. M., Discussion on “Analysis of a Large Database of GCL Internal Shear

Strength Results,” by Zornberg, McCartney and Swan, Jour. Geotech. and Geoenv.

Engr., Vol. ___, No. ___, 2005, pg. ____.

146-05 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2005), “Direct Shear Database of Geosynthetic-to-

Geosynthetic and Geosynthetic-to-Soil Interfaces,” GSI Rpt.-30, Folsom, PA.

147-05 Koerner, R. M. et al. (2005), “Reduction Factors Used in Geosynthetic Design,” GSI


148-05 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2005), “In-Situ Separation of GCL Panels Beneath Exposed

Geomembranes,” GSI White Paper WP-5, Folsom, PA.

149-05 Koerner, R. M. et al. (2005), “Geomembrane Lifetime Prediction,” GSI White Paper

WP-6, Folsom, PA.

150-06 Koerner, J. R. and Koerner, R. M., “Status of Adoption and Use of the AASHTO

M288 Geotextile Specification within the U.S. State Departments of Transportation,”

GRI Report #31, Folsom, PA, July 17, 2006, 197 pgs.

151-06 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2006), “Status of Adoption and Use of the AASHTO M288

Geotextile Specification within U. S. State Departments of Transportation,” GSI

Rpt.-31, Folsom, PA.

152-06 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2006), “Testing Laboratory Accreditation Program,” GSI


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153-06 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2006), “Field Inspectors (CQA) Certification Program,” White

Paper WP-8, Folsom, PA.

154-06 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2006), “On the Topic of Geomembrane Warranties,” White

Paper WP-9, Folsom, PA.

155-06 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2006), “The Minimum Average Roll Value (MARV) Concept

in Geotextile Specifications,” White Paper WP-10, Folsom, PA.

156-07 Koerner, J. R. and Koerner, R. M., “GRI Third Survey of Solid Waste Landfill Liner

and Cover Systems – Part I – USA Status,” GRI Report #32, Folsom, PA, January

12, 2007, 129 pgs.

157-07 Qian, X. and Koerner, R. M., “Translational Failure Analysis of Solid Waste

Landfills Including Leachate Head Calculations and Seismicity,” GRI Report #33,

Folsom, PA, February 27, 2007, 131 pgs.

158-07 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, J. R., “GRI’s Second Worldwide Survey of Solid Waste

Landfill Liner and Cover Systems,” GRI Report #34, October 24, 2007, 137 pgs.

159-07 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2007), “GRI’s Third Survey of Solid Waste Landfill Liner and

Cover Systems: Part 1 – USA Status,” GSI Rpt.-32, Folsom, PA.

160-07 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2007), “Translational Failure Analyses of Solid Waste

Landfills Including Leachate Head Calculations and Seismicity,” GSI Rpt.-33,

Folsom, PA.

161-07 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2007), “GRI’s Third Survey on Solid Water Landfill Liner and

Cover Systems: Part II – Worldwide Status,” GSI Rpt.-34, Folsom, PA.

162-07 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2007), “Interpretation(s) of Laboratory Generated Interface

Shear Strength Data for Geosynthetic Materials With Emphasis on the Adhesion

Value,” GSI White Paper WP-11, Folsom, PA.

163-08 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R., “Papers on Design, Construction, and Behavior

of Large Engineered Berms at Landfills,” GRI Report #35, September 30, 2008, 122

pgs.

164-08 Koerner, R. M. and Aho, A. (2008), “The GMA Techline’s First 500 Questions and

Answers,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 26, No. 4, pp. 44-47.

165-08 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2008), “Symposium Papers on Vegetated MSE Berms at

Landfills,” GSI Rpt.-35, Folsom, PA.

166-08 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2008), “Inadequate Performance of Geotextile Filters Under

Difficult and Challenging Field Conditions,” GSI Rpt.-36, Folsom, PA.

167-08 Koerner, R. M. (2008), “Geosynthetic Supported Base Reinforcement Over Deep

Foundations,” GSI Rpt.-37, Folsom, PA.

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168-08 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2008), “The Development of a Benefit/Cost Ratio Matrix for

Optimal Selection of a Geosynthetic Material,” GSI White Paper WP-12, Folsom,

PA.

169-08 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2008), “Results of a Worldwide Regulatory Survey on a

Allowable Hydraulic Head Within Landfill Material,” GSI White Paper WP-13,

Folsom, PA.

170-08 Koerner, R. M. and Aho, A. (2008), “The GMA Techline’s First 500 Questions and

Answers,” Geosynthetic Magazine, Vol. 26, No. 4, August/September, pp. 44-49.

171-08 Koerner, R. M. (2008), “Celebrating a Decade of GSI/GRI Polyolefin

Specifications,” Geosynthetic Magazine, Vol. 26, No. 3, June/July, pp. 46-47.

172-09 Koerner, R. M. (2009), “A Young Engineer, Molasses, and Failed Sand Drains,”

Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 27, No. 5, October/November, pp. 24-31.

173-09 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2009), “Modification to the “GRI-Method” for the RFCR-

Factor Used in the Design of Geotextiles for Puncture Protection of Geomembranes,”

GSI White Paper WP-14, Folsom, PA.

174-09 Koerner, R. M., et al.(2009), “Survey of U.S. State Regulations on Allowable

Leakage Rates in Liquid Impoundments and Wastewater Ponds,” GSI White Paper

WP-15, Folsom, PA.

175-09 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2009), “Status of Geosynthetics Conformance Testing in the

United States,” GSI White Paper WP-16, Folsom, PA.

176-09 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2009), “A Data Base and Analysis of Geosynthetic Reinforced

Wall Failure, GSI Rpt.-38, Folsom, PA.

177-10 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2010), “Remediation of Excessively Deforming MSE

Retaining Walls,” GSI-Rpt.-39, Folsom, PA.

178-10 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2010), “On the Prevention of Failures of Geosynthetic

Reinforced Mechanically Stabilized (MSE) Walls and Recommendations Going

Forward,” GSI Rpt.-40, Folsom, PA.

179-10 Koerner, R. M. (2010), “Prospects for Geosynthetic Containment Systems at

Marcellus Formation Shale-Gas Drilling Project,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 28,

No. 1, March, pp. 41-44.

180-10 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2010), “Regulatory Status of Post-Closure Care of MSW

Landfills in the United States,” GSI White Paper WP-17, Folsom, PA.

181-10 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2010), “Geosynthetic Lining Opportunities at Uranium Mill

Tailings (UMT) and Low Level Radioactive Waste (LLRW) Facilities in the USA,”


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182-11 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2011), “Analysis and Critique of Twenty Large Solid Waste

Landfill Failures,” GSI Rpt.-41, Folsom, PA.

183-11 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2011), “Recommended Layout of Instrumentation to Monitor

Potential Movement of MSE Walls, Berms and Slopes,” GSI White Paper WP-19,

Folsom, PA.

184-11 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2011), “Geosynthetic Opportunities Associated with Shale

Gas Extraction, GSI White Paper WP-20, Folsom, PA.

185-12 Koerner, R. M. and Wilkes, J. A. (2012), “2010 ICOLD Bulletin on Geomembrane

Sealing Systems for Dams,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 30, No. 2, April/May, pp.

34-43.

186-12 Koerner, R. M. (2012), “A Teaching Guide to Accompany an Inexpensive

Geosynthetics Textbook,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 30, No. 5, Oct./Nov., pp.

57-59.

187-12 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2012), “State Regulatory Departments Involved in Shale Gas

Permitting,” GSI White Paper WP-21, Folsom, PA.

188-12 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2012), “Selected GS Opportunities with Energy Production

and Transmission,” GSI White Paper WP-22, Folsom, PA.

189-12 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2012), “Environmental Protection Agency Perspectives on

Landfill Berms,” GSI White Paper WP-23, Folsom, PA.

190-12 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2012), “Reduction Factors for Holes in GS Reinforcement,”


191-12 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2012), “The Separation-in-Plane (SIP) Mode of Failure When

Testing GM Seams,” GSI White Paper WP-25, Folsom, PA.

192-12 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2012), “Need for Justification of Quality Management

Systems for Successful GS Performance,” GSI White Paper WP-26, Folsom, PA.

193-12 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2012), “Lifetime Prediction of Laboratory UV Exposed

Geomembranes: Part I – Using a Correlation Factor,” GSI Rpt.-42, Folsom, PA.

194-13 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2013), “A Test Pad Guide to Substantiate

Geosynthetic Designs,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 31, No. 1, February/March,

pp. 57-59.

195-13 Koerner, R. M. (2013), “Geosynthetics: Past, Present and (Possibly) Future,”

GeoStrata, July/August, pp. 16-17.

196-13 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2013), “The Intimate Contact Issue of Field-Placed GMs With

Respect to Wave (or Wrinkle) Management,” GSI White Paper WP-27, Folsom, PA.

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197-13 Koerner, R. M., et al. (2013), “Cold Temperature and Freeze-Thaw Cycling Behavior

of GMs and Their Seams,” GSI White Paper WP-28, Folsom, PA.

198-13 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2013), “A Test Pad Guide to Substantiate

Geosynthetic Designs,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 31, No. 1, February/March,

pp. 57-59.

199-14 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Hsuan, Y. G. (2014), “Creep Tension Testing of

Geosynthetics” GSI White Paper #29, GSI, Folsom, PA, 15 pgs.

200-14 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2014), “In-Situ Repairs of Geomembrane

Bubbles, Whales and Hippos,” GSI White Paper #30, GSI, Folsom, PA, 7 pgs.

201-14 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2014), “On the Need for a Better Test Method

Than Dry or Wet Sieving to Obtain the Characteristic Opening Size for Geotextile

Filter Design Purposes,” GSI White Paper #31, GSI, Folsom, PA, 14 pgs.

202-15 Hsuan, Y. G., Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2015), “Rationale and Background

for the GRI-GM13 Specification for HDPE Geomembranes,” GSI White Paper #32,

GSI, Folsom, PA, 28 pgs.

203-15 Koerner, R. M. (2015), “Unreinforced Sand Working Platforms,” Geosynthetics,

Vol. 33, No. 2, April/May, pp. 55-56.

204-15 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Filshill, A. (2015), “Geosynthetic Opportunities

in Shale Gas Fracking,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 32, No. 3, pp. 17-19.

205-15 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2015), “Underdrain Design for Geomembrane

Lined Surface Impoundments to Avoid Whales/Hippos from Occurring,” GSI White

Paper #33, GSI, Folsom, PA, 13 pgs.

206-15 Koerner, R. M., Koerner, G. R. and Filshill, A. (2015), “Geosynthetic Opportunities

in Shale Gas Fracking,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 32, No. 3, pp. 17-19.

207-16 Koerner, R. M. (2016), “We’re Losing the Battle,” Geosynthetics, Vol. 34, No. 3.,

June/July, pp. 51-52.

208-16 Thornquist, S. (2016), “Bob Koerner: In For the Long Haul!,” Geosynthetics

Magazine, Volo. 34, No. 5, 2016, pp. 10-17.

209-16 Koerner, R. M. (2016), “History of the Geosynthetic Institute (GSI),” 12 pgs.

210-17 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Hsuan, Y. G. (2017), “The Durability of Exposed

Geomembrane Covers,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 35, No. 5, pp. 34-40.

211-18 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2018), “Elimination or Minimization of Soil

Erosion Using Geosynthetics,” GSI White Paper #38, <http://geosynthetic-

institute.org/papers/paper38.pdf>, 27 pgs.

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212-18 Koerner, R. M. (2018), “On the Estimation of Live Loads in MSE Wall and Slope

Design,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 36, NO. 3, June/July, pp. 52-53.

213-18 Koerner, G. R., Koerner, R. M. and Struve, F. (2018), “Don’t Be Afraid of Making

Horizontal Geomembrane Seams on Side Slopes,” Geosynthetics, Vol. 36, No. 4,

Aug./Sept., pp. 52-53.

214-18 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2018), “Geosynthetic Opportunities and

Solutions In Shale Gas Extraction,” Geosynthetics, Vol. 36, No. 5, Oct./Nov., pp. 22-

30.

215-19 Koerner, G. R. and Koerner, R. M. (2019), “Changing the “One in 500 Feet’

Paradigm on Geomembrane Field Seam Sampling,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol.

37, No. 1, Feb./March, pp. 60-61.

216-19 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2019), “MSE Wall Failures Can Be Mitigated

Through the Use of Geotextile Filters,” Geosynthetics Magazine, Vol. 37, No. 2,

April/May, pp. 52-53.

271-19 Koerner, R. M. and Koerner, G. R. (2019), “Commentary on Flood Abatement Using

Geosynthetics,” Geosynthetic Magazine, Vol. 37, No. 3., June/July, pp. 48-49.

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