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Report 280 Ground classification systems in tunnel construction
Publication Year
1997
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Reviews the development and use of empirical ground classification systems for the selection of tunnel support. Recent UK and other practice is examined to identify new developments and note particular problem areas. Also discusses the concept and nature of the system, recent literature and looks at UK case histories of tunnelling where ground classification schemes were used.
Author
Crabb, G. I.
Publisher Information
Transport Research Laboratory
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