Introduction to tunnel construction

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Chapman, David N.
Other Authors Metje, Nicole, Stärk, Alfred
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published New York, NY : Taylor & Francis, 2010.
SeriesApplied geotechnics.
Subjects
Tunneling.
Tunnels > Design and construction.
elektronické knihy
electronic books
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9780203895153
0203895150
9781628708035
1628708034
9780415468411
9780415468428
0415468418
0415468426
Physical Description1 online resource (xxv, 390 pages).

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Table of Contents:
  • Cover
  • Title
  • Copyright
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgements and permissions
  • Abbreviations
  • Symbols
  • 1 Introduction
  • 1.1 Philosophy of tunnelling
  • 1.2 Scope of this book
  • 1.3 Historical context
  • 1.4 The nature of the ground
  • 1.5 Tunnel cross section terminology
  • 1.6 Content and layout of this book
  • 2 Site investigation
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 Site investigation during a project
  • 2.2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2.2 Desk study
  • 2.2.3 Site reconnaissance
  • 2.2.4 Ground investigation (overview)
  • 2.3 Ground investigation
  • 2.3.1 Introduction
  • 2.3.2 Field investigations
  • 2.3.3 Laboratory tests
  • 2.4 Ground characteristics/parameters
  • 2.4.1 Influence of layering on Young8217;s modulus
  • 2.4.2 Squeezing and swelling ground
  • 2.4.3 Typical ground parameters for tunnel design
  • 2.4.4 Ground (rock mass) classification
  • 2.5 Site investigation reports
  • 2.5.1 Types of site investigation report
  • 2.5.2 Key information for tunnel design
  • 3 Preliminary analyses for the tunnel
  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Preliminary stress pattern in the ground
  • 3.3 Stability of soft ground
  • 3.3.1 Stability of fine grained soils
  • 3.3.2 Stability of coarse grained soils
  • 3.4 The coefficient of lateral earth pressure (K0)
  • 3.5 Preliminary analytical methods
  • 3.5.1 Introduction
  • 3.5.2 Bedded-beam spring method
  • 3.5.3 Continuum method
  • 3.5.4 Tunnel support resistance method
  • 3.6 Preliminary numerical modelling
  • 3.6.1 Introduction
  • 3.6.2 Modelling the tunnel construction in 2-D
  • 3.6.3 Modelling the tunnel construction in 3-D
  • 3.6.4 Choice of ground and lining constitutive models
  • 4 Ground improvement techniques and lining systems
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Ground improvement and stabilization techniques
  • 4.2.1 Ground freezing
  • 4.2.2 Lowering of the groundwater table
  • 4.2.3 Grouting
  • 4.2.4 Ground reinforcement
  • 4.2.5 Forepoling
  • 4.2.6 Face dowels
  • 4.2.7 Roof pipe umbrella
  • 4.2.8 Compensation grouting
  • 4.2.9 Pressurized tunnelling (compressed air)
  • 4.3 Tunnel lining systems
  • 4.3.1 Lining design requirements
  • 4.3.2 Sprayed concrete (shotcrete)
  • 4.3.3 Ribbed systems
  • 4.3.4 Segmental linings
  • 4.3.5 In situ concrete linings
  • 4.3.6 Fire resistance of concrete linings
  • 5 Tunnel construction techniques
  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Open face construction without a shield
  • 5.2.1 Timber heading
  • 5.2.2 Open face tunnelling with alternative linings
  • 5.3 Partial face boring machine (roadheader)
  • 5.4 Tunnelling shields
  • 5.5 Tunnel boring machines
  • 5.5.1 Introduction
  • 5.5.2 Tunnel boring machines in hard rock
  • 5.5.3 Tunnel boring machines in soft ground
  • 5.6 Drill and blast tunnelling
  • 5.6.1 Introduction
  • 5.6.2 Drilling
  • 5.6.3 Charging
  • 5.6.4 Stemming
  • 5.6.5 Detonating
  • 5.6.6 Ventilation
  • 5.6.7 Mucking and support
  • 5.7 New Austrian Tunnelling Method and sprayed concrete lining
  • 5.7.1 New Austrian Tunnelling Method
  • 5.7.2 Sprayed concrete lining
  • 5.7.3 LaserShell8482; technique
  • 5.8 Cut-and-cover tunnels
  • 5.8.1 Introduction
  • 5.8.2 Construction methods
  • 5.8.3 Design issues
  • 5.8.4 Excavation support methods (shoring systems) for the sides of the exca.

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