Validation and Optimization of a Design Formula for Stable Geometrically Open Filter Structures

Granular filters are used for protection against scour and erosion of base material. For a proper functioning it is necessary that at the interfaces between the filter structure, the subsoil and the water flowing above the filter structure no material will be transported. Different types of granular filters can be distinguished, this paper...

Interface stability of granular filter structures under currents

Granular filters are used for protection of structures against scour and erosion. For a proper functioning it is necessary that the interfaces between the filter structure, the subsoil and the water flowing above the filter structure are stable. Stability means that there is no transport of subsoil material through the filter to the water above...

Interface stability of granular filter structures: Desk study

A desk study has been carried out regarding interface stability of granular filter structures. Actually, the project focuses on two particular aspects: (1) interface stability as function of the thickness of the filter layer consisting of standard armourstone gradings, and (2) interface stability of gravel mixtures with a wide gradation The...