Civil Engineering

October 29, 2025

Why are piston relief ducts installed in the Channel Tunnel?

The Channel Tunnel is linking England and France beneath the English Channel. Crossing the violent English Channel via an underground tunnel has been one of mankind’s greatest engineering dreams. Lets explore th piston relief ducts.
November 12, 2025

The Genius Geometry Of the Channel Tunnel

The Channel Tunnel project required three tunnels, two main tunnels and one service tunnel. The tunnel is split into six manageable sections using two smart crossovers. Lets explore the geometry of the Channel Tunnel.