An Introduction to Construction of Tunnels and Shafts

J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.

Nov 2020 · Guyer Partners

Ebook

134

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About this ebook

Introductory technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers and construction managers interested in construction of tunnels and shafts. Here is what is discussed:

1. GENERAL

2. TUNNEL EXCAVATION BY DRILLING AND BLASTING

3. TUNNEL EXCAVATION BY MECHANICAL MEANS

4. INITIAL GROUND SUPPORT

5. SEQUENTIAL EXCAVATION AND SUPPORT

6. PORTAL CONSTRUCTION

7. SHAFT CONSTRUCTION

8. OPTIONS FOR GROUND IMPROVEMENT

9. DRAINAGE AND CONTROL OF GROUNDWATER

10. CONSTRUCTION OF FINAL, PERMANENT TUNNEL LININGS

11. VENTILATION OF TUNNELS AND SHAFTS

12. SURVEYING FOR TUNNELS AND SHAFTS

13. CONSTRUCTION HAZARDS AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

14. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS AND EFFECTS

15. CONTRACTING PRACTICES

16. PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE PLANNING OF TUNNEL PROJECTS.

About the author

Paul Guyer is a registered civil engineer, mechanical engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with 35 years of experience designing buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a principal staff advisor to the California Legislature on capital outlay and infrastructure issues. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local offices with the American Society of Civil Engineers, Architectural Engineering Institute and National Society of Professional Engineers. He is a Fellow of ASCE, AEI and CABE (U.K.).

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