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Assessment for shallow and large tunnel construction in weak ground conditions: Application of tunnel boring machines
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4762-9933
AbstractWith recent technological advancements, tunnel boring machines (TBM) have developed and exhibited high performance in large diameters and weak ground conditions. Tunnels are crucial structures that significantly influence the timelines of highway and railway projects. Therefore, the construction of tunnels with TBMs becomes a preferred option. In this study, a comparative analysis between TBM and the New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM) for tunnel construction is performed in the construction of the T1 tunnel with a diameter of 13 m, which is the longest tunnel in the Eşme‐Salihli section of Ankara‐İzmir High‐Speed Railway Project (Türkiye). The selection of TBM type, measures taken in problematic sections, and application issues of TBM are discussed. The impact of correct description of geological and geotechnical conditions on both selection and performance of TBM is presented. An earth pressure balanced type TBM is chosen for the construction of the T1 tunnel. Because of the additional engineering measures taken before excavation in problematic areas, the tunnel was completed with great success within the initially planned timeframe. From this point of view, this study is an important case and may contribute to worldwide tunneling literature.
Highlights Due to the increasing need for transportation, new high‐speed rail investments are also increasing. Due to the standards of railways, it is necessary to construct a large number of tunnels. The geological‐geotechnical properties and construction processes of the T1 tunnel, which is the fastest construction among the tunnel boring machines tunnels with a diameter of 13 m and larger, are presented as an important case study.
Assessment for shallow and large tunnel construction in weak ground conditions: Application of tunnel boring machines
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4762-9933
AbstractWith recent technological advancements, tunnel boring machines (TBM) have developed and exhibited high performance in large diameters and weak ground conditions. Tunnels are crucial structures that significantly influence the timelines of highway and railway projects. Therefore, the construction of tunnels with TBMs becomes a preferred option. In this study, a comparative analysis between TBM and the New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM) for tunnel construction is performed in the construction of the T1 tunnel with a diameter of 13 m, which is the longest tunnel in the Eşme‐Salihli section of Ankara‐İzmir High‐Speed Railway Project (Türkiye). The selection of TBM type, measures taken in problematic sections, and application issues of TBM are discussed. The impact of correct description of geological and geotechnical conditions on both selection and performance of TBM is presented. An earth pressure balanced type TBM is chosen for the construction of the T1 tunnel. Because of the additional engineering measures taken before excavation in problematic areas, the tunnel was completed with great success within the initially planned timeframe. From this point of view, this study is an important case and may contribute to worldwide tunneling literature.
Highlights Due to the increasing need for transportation, new high‐speed rail investments are also increasing. Due to the standards of railways, it is necessary to construct a large number of tunnels. The geological‐geotechnical properties and construction processes of the T1 tunnel, which is the fastest construction among the tunnel boring machines tunnels with a diameter of 13 m and larger, are presented as an important case study.
Assessment for shallow and large tunnel construction in weak ground conditions: Application of tunnel boring machines
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4762-9933
AbstractWith recent technological advancements, tunnel boring machines (TBM) have developed and exhibited high performance in large diameters and weak ground conditions. Tunnels are crucial structures that significantly influence the timelines of highway and railway projects. Therefore, the construction of tunnels with TBMs becomes a preferred option. In this study, a comparative analysis between TBM and the New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM) for tunnel construction is performed in the construction of the T1 tunnel with a diameter of 13 m, which is the longest tunnel in the Eşme‐Salihli section of Ankara‐İzmir High‐Speed Railway Project (Türkiye). The selection of TBM type, measures taken in problematic sections, and application issues of TBM are discussed. The impact of correct description of geological and geotechnical conditions on both selection and performance of TBM is presented. An earth pressure balanced type TBM is chosen for the construction of the T1 tunnel. Because of the additional engineering measures taken before excavation in problematic areas, the tunnel was completed with great success within the initially planned timeframe. From this point of view, this study is an important case and may contribute to worldwide tunneling literature.
Highlights Due to the increasing need for transportation, new high‐speed rail investments are also increasing. Due to the standards of railways, it is necessary to construct a large number of tunnels. The geological‐geotechnical properties and construction processes of the T1 tunnel, which is the fastest construction among the tunnel boring machines tunnels with a diameter of 13 m and larger, are presented as an important case study.
Assessment for shallow and large tunnel construction in weak ground conditions: Application of tunnel boring machines
Deep Underground Science and Engineering
Karahan, Servet (author) / Gokceoglu, Candan (author)
Deep Underground Science and Engineering ; 4 ; 132-148
2025-03-01
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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