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Underground construction
We have also followed progress in other countries with the use of underground space for domestic and commercial use. There are a number of reasons why underground space should be considered:
Access to underground space is made easier in areas where there is direct access to rock, and where hilly topography reduces the amount of cover materials. In recent years, tunnel construction has been refined by the use of a technique known as NATM (new Austrian tunnelling method). NATM involves the careful excavation of soil/rock followed by the immediate installation of appropriate support such that the support system and surrounding rock work together to form an arch. The effective use of the ground to transfer loads from the installed support means that the amount of support (and cost) can be optimised.
The following photographs give an indication of
the domestic and commercial use of underground space
in California.
We would be delighted to discuss the use of underground space with you. Please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Ian R Brown Associates Ltd have been involved in
many studies for the investigation and design of
underground openings for civil and mining engineering
projects in