Tunnels with In-situ Pressed Concrete Lining

Expounds the basics of the USSR-originating advanced method for construction of tunnels for various purposes with in-situ pressure moulded linings. Includes practical tunnelling experience, theoretical basis & methods of analysis of such linings, specific requirements of concrete, operational procedure, equipment systems, as well as designs satisfying these requirements and evaluation of the method in technical and economical aspects. The English edition includes an updated state-of-the-art review. Theoretical background for pressure moulding of concrete tunnel lining; Concrete for lining; Lining design; Construction of tunnels for various purposes; Experience of tunnel construction; Engineering and economic assessment of in-situ pressed linings; State-of-the-art report: Progress in the eighties.