TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY MICROTUNNELING

Abstract

Trenchless technology stands for sub-surface construction works where trenches or no continues trenches
are required to be done. The technology helps in installing, repairing and replacing of water pipes, gas and petroleum
pipes and telecommunication cables without disrupting the traffic, normal life style and has minimal impact on economic
activity in congested areas and to the environment. This includes a wide variety of methods, materials and equipment
capable of doing large scale works using tunnel boring machine or even small scale work like laying of pipes with or
without the entry of workers. The method has also proven to be very useful for the army installations. This method will
prove to be every economic and time saving and will become a boon to a third world and highly populated country like
India.