Microtunneling
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title:
Microtunneling
text:
Microtunneling or microtunnelling is a tunnel construction technique used to construct utility tunnels from approximately 0.5–4 m in diameter. Because of their small diameter, it is not possible to have an operator driving the tunneling machine, so they have to be remotely operated. Microtunnel boring machines (MTBM) are similar to larger tunnel boring machines (TBMs). The MTBM and jacking frame are set up in a shaft at the required depth. The operator monitors the MTBM's location, orientation a
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Tunnel construction technique
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microtunneling
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2023-11-03T15:56:50Z
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