Geotube Technology
- A study by NIOT scientists, KSCADC officials, and coastal engineering experts found significant coastal transformation following the implementation of offshore breakwaters using geotube technology in Poonthura.
- Geotubes, also known as geobags, are large, permeable containers widely used for sludge dewatering due to their affordability and simple operation.
- Filled hydraulically with a sand-water slurry, they allow water to drain through the fabric while solids settle inside by gravity.
- The system functions without belts, gears, or complex machinery, ensuring ease of use and low maintenance.
- They are used for shoreline protection, wetland and island creation, construction platforms, and offshore infrastructure.
- Deployed in industries such as pulp ....
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