Tunnels – Civil Engineering

Difference between Natural & Mechanical Ventilation in Tunnel

2nd July 20203rd July 2020 Malay Sautya No Comments

Difference between Natural & Mechanical Ventilation in Tunnel Tunnel ventilation is a technique, that provides fresh air inside the tunnel and removes dust from the tunnel during and after construction. Following are the 6 difference between natural ventilation and mechanical ventilation in tunnel. Natural Ventilation 1. Natural ventilation is achieved by providing shaft at a…

Tunnels

Tunnel Lighting & Their Types

14th May 20203rd July 2020 Malay Sautya No Comments

Tunnel Lighting Various tunnelling work and operations can not be carried out successfully and satisfactorily if there is insufficient light in the tunnel. It is suggested that light with an intensity of 260 lumens per m2 in the working area is sufficient for proper effectiveness of tunnelling work. Following are the situation and locations which…

Railway Engineering, Tunnels

18 Safety Precautions in Tunnelling

29th February 202022nd January 2022 Malay Sautya No Comments

18 Safety Precautions in Tunnelling Tunnelling is an underground construction and there are many types of risks during construction. Therefore, it is essential to take measures to protect the workers from accidents. Following are the 18 Safety Precautions in Tunnelling. 1. The floor of the tunnel should be kept dry and clean.2. Open flames, electric…

Railway Engineering, Tunnels

Maintenance of Railway Tunnels

26th February 202010th March 2020 Malay Sautya No Comments

Maintenance of Railway Tunnels Generally, P.W.I. inspects every tunnel in his section, and he is personally responsible to maintain the track through tunnel in perfect running condition. Following points should be noted in connection with the maintenance of railway tunnels. 1. It should be noticed whether the structure of the tunnel has weakened, cracked or…

Railway Engineering, Tunnels

Classification of Tunnel Drainage System

22nd February 202028th June 2021 Malay Sautya No Comments

Classification of Tunnel Drainage System Tunnel Drainage systems are classified as: (1) Drainage system provided at the time of construction or temporary drainage system.(2) Drainage system provided in completed tunnels or permanent drainage system. (1) Temporary Drainage System This is provided to remove groundwater from the tunnel at the time of construction. In this system,…

Highway engineering, Railway Engineering, Tunnels

Methods of Ventilation in Tunnels

4th September 201931st March 2020 Malay Sautya No Comments

Methods of Ventilation in Tunnels Following methods are implemented for ventilation in tunnels: Natural Method Mechanical Method 1. Natural Ventilation When a tunnel receives fresh air and automatically removes the dust without the use of mechanical appliances, this sort of ventilation is called natural ventilation. This type of ventilation can be improved by providing shaft…

Highway engineering, Railway Engineering, Tunnels

Requirements of Good Ventilation System in Tunnels

19th August 201916th May 2020 Malay Sautya No Comments

Requirements of Good Ventilation System in Tunnels A good tunnel ventilation system should meet the following requirements: 1. It should reduce the dust produced by the tunnel activities to a safe limit. 2. It should quickly clear the fumes generated by blasting from the working face. 3. A good ventilation system should be such that, it can prevent…

Tunnels