Behaviour of joints in tunnel linings

Precast concrete tunnel segments are used extensively to construct tunnel linings. In order to reduce bending moments the lining must be flexible. This flexibility is usually provided by rotation of the joints between segments. The rotational and axial stiffness of the joints between segments and th...

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Main Authors: Alevey, Niall Mac, Ashraf Mohamed Hefny
Other Authors: School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Format: Research Report
Published: 2008
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10356/5161
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Institution: Nanyang Technological University
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Summary:Precast concrete tunnel segments are used extensively to construct tunnel linings. In order to reduce bending moments the lining must be flexible. This flexibility is usually provided by rotation of the joints between segments. The rotational and axial stiffness of the joints between segments and their effect on overall behaviour is the subject of this study.