Pollutant transport behavior through polymer cutoff wall: Laboratory test and analytical model investigation

Abstract

Polymer cutoff wall has emerged as a new and promising technology for anti-seepage and anti-pollution in geotechnical engineering. With notable advantages such as rapid sealing, high efficiency, and environmental friendliness, this technology has garnered significant attention. This study presents a systematic investigation into the transport characteristics of pollutants in polymer materials, with a specific focus on the transport mechanisms through polymer cutoff wall. The research investigates various factors that influence the pollutant transport characteristics in polymer materials. The objective is to analyze the pollutant transport behavior and obtain the transport parameters. Moreover, the study develops and solves a one-dimensional transport model incorporating partition-diffusion-partition mechanisms, aiming to determines the long-term service performance of polymer wall. These findings contribute to a better understanding of pollutant transport through polymer walls, which is crucial for the future advancement and utilization of this technology.