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Geological Engineering · Q26

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 26

Q26

In the case of the Metro tunnel beneath the Hooghly River, which technique was used to avoid water ingress?

A.
Pre-grouting
B.
Compressed air tunneling
C.
Slurry shield TBM
Answer
D.
Jet grouting

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
A slurry shield Tunnel Boring Machine was used under the Hooghly River to balance water pressure and prevent ingress.