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News on Tunnels
Fibers to help fire damage prevention in tunnels
Engineers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have come up with a way to prevent concrete spalling caused by excessive temperature built up during a tunnel fire. The new technology consists of...
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London Power Tunnels, UK: TBM Evelyn sets a new record in tunneling
TBM Evelyn has set a new project record at National Grid's London Power Tunnels project, digging 55.2 meters in a single 12-hour shift! The tunnel is part of a £250m project, aiming in providing...
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Video: The abandoned Dupont circle tunnels in Washington DC
A very important landmark of Washington DC lies under its ground and remains unknown to many of the nation's capital residents. The Dupont circle tunnels one of the most important landmarks of the cit...
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Photogallery: London's Crossrail new tunnels
London's Crossrail, the most significant infrastructure project currently in the U.K. aims to improve commuting services across London, alleviate congestion and completely modify traveling around the...
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I-70 twin tunnels to be lined with concrete
The Colorado Department of Trasportation is going to line the I-70 twin tunnels, near Idaho Springs with concrete to enhance the tunnels' strength and longevity. Watch the video below explaining...
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