Shield Construction Techniques in Tunneling

Gives practical experience and theoretical know-how on shield construction techniques for tunneling

Kui Chen (Author), Jiangka Wang (Author), Shengjun Jiao (Author)

9780128201275

Paperback, published 10 February 2021

588 pages, Approx. 570 illustrations (570 in full color)
23.4 x 19 x 3.6 cm, 1.16 kg

Approx.568 pages

1. Introduction to shield machines2. Development and applications of shield machines3. Introduction to shield construction method4. Shield machine type selection5. The construction of shield tunnel shafts6. Shield method tunnel construction7. Geotechnical problems of shield construction8. Tunnel lining structure and construction9. The technology of segment fabrication10. The management and applications of shield machines (TBM)

Subject Areas: Building construction & materials [TNK], Construction industry [KNJC], Architecture: professional practice [AMD]