Introduction to tunnel construction
By: Chapman, David
Contributor(s): Metje, Nicole | Stark, Alfred
Language: English Publisher: United States of America -- CRC Press -- 2017Edition: 2nd edDescription: xxix, 425pISBN: 9781498766241Subject(s): Civil Engineering | Site Investigation | Linning Systems | Ground Improvement | Ground MovementDDC classification: 624.193 CHA/I Summary: This is a text for undergraduate and MSc students, or a reference for professionals, covering all aspects of tunnel construction with case studies related to real projects. With reference to both soft ground and hard rock tunnelling, the book covers the main techniques along with site investigation, parameter selection, and design considerations.
*Introduction.
*Site Investigation.
*Preliminary Analysis.
*Ground Improvement Techniques and Lining Systems.
*Tunnel ConstructionTechniques.
*Health and Safety and Risk Management in Tunnelling.
*Ground Movements and Monitoring.
*Case Studies.
*Appendices.
This is a text for undergraduate and MSc students, or a reference for professionals, covering all aspects of tunnel construction with case studies related to real projects. With reference to both soft ground and hard rock tunnelling, the book covers the main techniques along with site investigation, parameter selection, and design considerations.