1st Edition

Modern Trends in Tunnelling and Blast Design

By John Johansen, C.F. Mathiesen Copyright 2000
162 Pages
by CRC Press

162 Pages
by CRC Press

162 Pages
by CRC Press

A review of modern blasting techniques used in tunnelling, chamber excavations and lake-tap blasting. The scope of this book includes geological implications, cut design and smooth blasting techniques in addition to chamber blasting. This book also includes detailed examples outlining the design issues and techniques used in blasting lake-tap plugs for hydroelectric projects. It is designed as a... Read more
1 Introduction 2 General 3 Geology 4 Drilling 5 Loading 6 Detonators-Firing Pattern 7 Safety procedures 8 Tunnel-Blast Design-Illustrations 9 Tunnels and Tunnel Breakthrough under Water 10 Tunnel Boring Machines 11 Controlled and Cautious Blasting.

Biography

John Johansen, C.F. Mathiesen