The implementation of trenchless technology for laying utility services under the ground in urban areas, the various problems affecting the structures and traffic congestion by using traditional methods (open cut trench) can be substantially reduced. This technology seems to be friendly to all concerns including authorities, contractors, consultants, environmentalists, and many others.
The main objective of the paper is to provide basic information on this technology, specifically underground directional drilling, microtunneling, impact moling, and pipe jacking which have been rapidly accepted all over the world.
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