Publisher's Synopsis
This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, geotechnical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in surface treatment in rock excavations such as for tunnels and other underground structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. USE OF WIRE MESH AND FABRIC, 3. MINE TIES AND STRAPPING, 4. SHOTCRETE, 5. MATERIAL PROPERTIES AND PLACEMENT OF SHOTCRETE, 6. BACKGROUND AND HISTORY OF ROCK REINFORCEMENT.
