Physical modeling investigation of rainfall infiltration in steep layered volcanoclastic slopes

Infiltration processes in layered slopes can be strongly affected by the different hydraulic properties of the soils constituting the layers, with potential downslope flow diversion that can have effects on slope stability as well as on runoff generation and groundwater recharge. In this respect, volcanoclastic soil covers represent a typical example, as layers with strongly contrasting textures are deposited during the various eruptive phases....