Fracture pressure threshold is the point at which a weakened borehole wall will begin to crack. Borehole testing can reveal the risk of fracture. The strength and stability of a borehole wall are important factors in the ongoing assessment of a trenchless construction operation. View Full Term
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The topic may be boring, but it certainly isn’t dull! Boring is a basic operation of trenchless technology, and whether you’re planning on using HDD, thrust boring, microtunneling or any other boring method, you can find info on it right here.
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