Review on the Application Research of Covers with Capillary Barrier Effects

Authors

  • Qiuling Xiong College of Construction Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun 130026, China
  • Lu Zhang College of Construction Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun 130026, China
  • Ailing Xun College of Construction Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun 130026, China
  • Jianghong Du College of Construction Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun 130026, China

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53469/jrse.2025.07(01).19

Keywords:

Capillary barrier, Landfills, Infiltration, Acid mine drainage, Slope stability, Unsaturated water flow

Abstract

The capillary barrier effects arise from the difference in hydraulic properties of unsaturated coarse and fine grain layers. Covers with capillary barrier effects (CCBE) can effectively prevent seepage, oxygen infiltration, and capillary rise. This paper provides an overview of CCBE applications in landfills, tailings ponds, slope protection, nuclear waste disposal, roadbed treatment, and other fields. Furthermore, it compares the similarities and differences of CCBE in different fields. Finally, this paper comprehensively discusses the factors affecting the performance of CCBE including their structural design, material properties, climatic conditions, geological characteristics as well as vegetation cover. It offers a more comprehensive knowledge system for engineers and researchers in related fields, serving as a foundation for the further expansion of CCBE.

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Xiong, Q., Zhang, L., Xun, A., & Du, J. (2025). Review on the Application Research of Covers with Capillary Barrier Effects. Journal of Research in Science and Engineering, 7(1), 125–139. https://doi.org/10.53469/jrse.2025.07(01).19

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