Exercise: Tunnelling

Questions for: Tunnelling

Which one of the following linings is suitable for shield driven tunnels particularly in the subaqueous regions :
A:
Brick lining
B:
stone lining
C:
timber line
D:
cast iron lining
Answer: D
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The most commonly adopted pattern of cut holes is :
A:
horizontal wedge cut
B:
pyramid cut
C:
fan cut
D:
V-cut
Answer: E
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To attain the required shape of the tunnel section, we use :
A:
easers
B:
trimmers
C:
cut holes
D:
chisels.
Answer: B
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Pick up the correct statement from the following during tunnel excavation,
A:
Oxygen should not be less than 19.5%
B:
Carbondioxide should not be more than 0.5%
C:
Hydrogen sulphide should not be more than 0.001%
D:
Carbon mono-oxide should not be more than 0.01%
Answer: E
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The method of draining in the tunnels, is generally known as
A:
foredrainage
B:
dewatering
C:
permanent drainage
D:
All of the above.
Answer: D
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