Rapid Excavation and Tunneling Conference Proceedings 2013

by Michael A. DiPonio, Chris Dixon

Overview

Every two years, industry leaders and practitioners from around the world gather at the Rapid Excavation and Tunneling Conference (RETC), the authoritative program for the tunneling profession, to learn about the most recent advances and breakthroughs in this unique field. This comprehensive book includes more than 100 papers from industry experts, highlighting their most recent projects and sharing real-world experiences that will keep you up to date on the latest tunneling trends and technologies.

This book digs deep into every aspect of the business, presenting practical, no-nonsense information about demanding and high-profile projects. From caverns and large spans, contracting practices, tunnel linings, and design and planning to geotechnical considerations and instrumentation, ground stabilization, equipment applications, and risk management, this proceedings has the cutting-edge and innovative information you should have to meet the needs of the ever-important tunneling field.

As with past conferences, a significant portion of the papers are by international authors, providing insight into projects and practices from across the globe. A fully searchable CD containing the entire proceedings is also included.

The book will be useful for engineers, designers, geologists, contractors, and others who want to learn how their colleagues are addressing the challenges of the profession.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780873353830
Publisher:	Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration
Publication date:	06/24/2013
Pages:	1352
Product dimensions:	6.30(w) x 9.20(h) x 2.20(d)

Editorial Reviews

The conference meets every second year to allow researchers and practitioners in rapid excavation and tunneling to describe their latest projects, present problems, and share solutions. Over 100 papers document this year's gathering, discussing such matters as caverns and large spans, geotechnical considerations, ground stabilization, major projects, new and innovative technologies, precast tunnel linings, risk management, shafts, and tunnel finishing and liner installation. Annotation 2015 Ringgold Inc. Portland, OR (protoview.com)

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