GROUND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMS IN TUNNEL CONSTRUCTION

Recent UK and other practice in the use of empirical ground classification systems for the selection of tunnel support is examined to identify new developments and note particular problem areas. The concept and nature of the systems are discussed in the first section. Recent literature is then examined and discussed, followed by a review of UK case histories of tunnelling where ground classification schemes were used. Final sections draw together the most important conclusions to be gleaned from the evidence and some guidance is provided on the practical application of the systems. Recommendations are also made on the possible direction of future research. (A)

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  TRL

  Crowthorne House, Nine Mile Ride
  Wokingham, Berkshire  United Kingdom  RG40 3GA
• Authors:
  • CRABB, G I
• Publication Date: 1997

Language

• English

Media Info

• Features: References;
• Pagination: 30 p.
• Serial:
  • TRL REPORT 280
  • Publisher: TRL
  • ISSN: 0968-4107

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Classification; Design; Forecasting; Rocks; Timbering; Tunnel lining; Tunnels
• Uncontrolled Terms: Selection
• ITRD Terms: 8513: Classification; 9011: Design (overall design); 132: Forecast; 4154: Rock; 9072: Selection; 3605: Timbering; 3374: Tunnel; 3385: Tunnel lining
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Geotechnology;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00740957
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: Transport Research Laboratory
• Files: ITRD, ATRI
• Created Date: Oct 30 1997 12:00AM