Introduction to Tunnel Construction

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 structural issues. This book covers the whole range of areas that you need to know in order to embark upon a career in tunnel...

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Main Authors: Chapman, David N. (Author), Metje, Nicole (Author), Stark, Alfred (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Landon Spon Press 2010
Series:Applied geotechnics
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Summary: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 structural issues. This book covers the whole range of areas that you need to know in order to embark upon a career in tunnelling. It also includes a number of case studies of real tunnel projects, to demonstrate how the theory applies in practice.
Physical Description:xxv, 390 pages illustrations 26 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:9780415468428
0415468426