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Question

Which of these methods of tunnel construction is not suitable in rocks?

The correct answer is

Compressed air method

This method involves excavating a smaller pilot tunnel, often along the intended path of the main tunnel or as a means of exploration and ventilation. Based on the analysis, the Compressed air method is the one that is not suitable for tunneling in rock formations.

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Important Questions from Highway Development and Planning

  1. Highway lighting serves which of the following purposes?

    i. Prevent accidents

    ii. Increase in traffic capacity

    iii. Increase in safety against crime

    iv. Increase green cycle time

  2. The proposed design speed (km/h) for urban expressways as recommended by IRC is:

  3. Which of the following is unfavourable for economic bridge construction?

  4. The rock reinforcement systems are used:

  5. For transportation purposes in India, the first preference is given to:

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