Book Details:
• Author: Parbin Singh
• Publisher: S.K. Kataria & Sons
• Edition: Reprint 2011
• Language: English
• Number of Pages: 300
• Binding: Paperback
• Release Date: 01 January 2011
• ISBN: 9789380027586

About the Book:
This book is a comprehensive guide to tunneling engineering, ports, harbors, and dock engineering, specially designed for civil engineering students. Written by Parbin Singh, the book explains underground construction methods, marine structures, and harbor planning concepts in a clear and systematic manner.

The book covers important topics including principles of tunneling, geological investigations, tunnel alignment and grading, tunneling through rocks and soft ground, mucking and haulage, tunnel support systems, tunnel ventilation, hydropower tunnels, harbor development and classification, harbor planning and layout, marine structures, docks, and essential port facilities. It also includes index for academic preparation and technical reference.

With well-organized chapters and easy-to-understand explanations, this book serves as an excellent academic and reference resource for university studies, transportation engineering learning, marine construction education, and competitive examinations related to civil and structural engineering.