Shield Construction Techniques in Tunneling Contributor(s): Chen, Kui (Author), Wang, Jiangka (Author), Jiao, Shengjun (Author) |
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ISBN: 0128201274 ISBN-13: 9780128201275 Publisher: Woodhead Publishing OUR PRICE: $183.15 Product Type: Paperback Published: February 2021 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Architecture | Project Management - Technology & Engineering | Construction - General - Technology & Engineering | Civil - General |
Dewey: 624.193 |
LCCN: 2020944505 |
Physical Information: 1.19" H x 7.5" W x 9.25" (2.20 lbs) 588 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Shield Construction Techniques in Tunnelling presents the latest on this fast, environmentally-friendly and relatively safe construction technique, reflecting on its technical risks and challenges as seen in China. Sections introduce the type of shields, the history of the technique, shielding principles, selection, management, the latest techniques in operation, consider engineering cases, discuss construction in gravel, soft-soil, composite, and rock strata, and present video clips of construction that are accessible through QR codes embedded in the text. The book combines theory and practical experience, giving the reader unique insights into shield equipment and construction techniques. The shield tunneling technique is being used very widely, particularly in China, which is building urban-rail transit systems at an unparalleled scale and speed. The use of tunneling-shields provides a fast, relatively-safe, and ecologically-friendly method for the construction of tunnels. However, a number of incidents have shown the risks involved in tunnelling through geologically complex areas. |