Download or read book An Introduction to Construction of Tunnels and Shafts written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2020-11-11 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.