Tunnels are underground constructions used for transportations. The features, advantages, disadvantage and methods of tunneling in construction is discussed.
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Professional Construction Management and its Benefits for Construction Projects
A professional construction management team consists of professionally efficient construction managers and individuals. These professional construction management team
Construction Measures & Materials to Reduce Deflection of Concrete Beams and Slabs
Deflections of concrete beams and slabs are affected by construction measures and materials used. In most situations, size of the reinforced concrete sections is controlled by deflections. To achieve more economical sections, certain measures can be employed includes construction techniques ...
Types and Causes of Movements in Masonry Buildings
Movements in masonry buildings are deformations caused to it due to various reasons. Types and causes of such movements in masonry buildings is discussed.
Construction of Offshore Concrete Structures at Different Locations
Offshore concrete structures are constructed in an open sea. There are different types of offshore structures and their location of construction is discussed.
Infrared Thermography in Construction and its Applications
Infrared thermography has applications in assessment of properties of building materials and structures in civil engineering and construction.
Pipe Jacking Method and Utility Tunneling Method in Trenchless Construction
The pipe jacking and utility tunneling methods are types of trenchless construction methods, which involves the requirement of the workers to enter the bore hole.
Trenchless Construction Methods and Their Details and Uses
Trenchless construction methods can be implemented for new construction as well as for renewal purpose. Each purpose requires specific trenchless construction techniques.