Introduction to Tunnel Construction

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Synopsis

Tunnelling provides a robust solution to a variety of engineering challenges. It is a complex process, which requires a firm understanding of the ground conditions as well as the importance of ground-structure interaction. This book covers the full range of areas related to tunnel construction required to embark upon a career in tunnelling. It also includes a number of case studies related to real tunnel projects, to demonstrate how the theory applies in practice. New features of this second edition include: the introduction of a case study related to Crossrail’s project in London, focussing on the Whitechapel and Liverpool Street station tunnels and including considerations of building tunnels in a congested urban area; and further information on recent developments in tunnel boring machines, including further examples of all the different types of machine as well as multi-mode machines.

The coverage includes:


Both hard-rock and soft-ground conditions


Site investigation, parameter selection, and design considerations


Methods of improving the stability of the ground and lining techniques


Descriptions of the various main tunnelling techniques


Health and safety considerations


Monitoring of tunnels during construction


Description of the latest tunnel boring machines


Case studies with real examples, including Crossrail’s project in London


Clear, concise, and heavily illustrated, this is a vital text for final-year undergraduate and MSc students and an invaluable starting point for young professionals and novices in tunnelling.

Book details

Edition:
2
Series:
Applied Geotechnics Ser.
Author:
David N. Chapman, Nicole Metje, Alfred Stark
ISBN:
9781498766401
Related ISBNs:
9781498766272, 9781498766401, 9781498766449, 9781498766456, 9781498766258, 9781315120164, 9781498766265, 9781498766241, 9781498766241, 9781498766395, 9781498766395, 9781498766272, 9781498766401, 9781498766449, 9781498766456, 9781498766258, 9781315120164, 9781498766265, 9781498766241, 9781498766241, 9781498766395, 9781498766395, 9781498766241, 9781498766395, 9781315120164
Publisher:
CRC Press
Pages:
425
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
No
Date of addition:
2017-11-27
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2018
Copyright by:
N/A 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Earth Sciences, Nonfiction, Technology