Symposium Topics
The purpose of the International Tunneling Symposium, Turkey is to discuss various issues related to classical and mechanized tunneling, focusing on planning, design, operation, monitoring-measurement, experimentation, modeling, research and development. The symposium's areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
Seismic Design of Tunnels, Seismic Seals, Seismic Risk Assessment, After the Earthquakes of February 6, 2023
Tunnel Damages
Usability of Istanbul Metro Tunnels and Stations as Shelters
Design of Tunnels Against Landslides, Landslide Damages in Tunnels
Design Methods of Rain and Floodwater Collection Infrastructure Tunnels,
Irrigation Tunnels for Food Safety, Drinking Water Tunnels against Drought
Design of Tunnels Against Fires, Fires in Gas Tunnels
Fire, Accident, Stability Monitoring and Precautions in Tunnel Operation
Environmental Benefits of Metro Tunnels, Reducing CO2 Emissions, Use of Environmentally Friendly Products in Tunnels
New Projects Under Construction and Programmed, Mega Projects, Grand Bosphorus Crossing Tunnel
New Technologies, Products and Methods in the Tunnel Industry
The symposium presentations will be made by invited experts with national and international recognition and will be translated simultaneously from Turkish to English and from English to Turkish.
