What was a key factor in the success of the SMART tunnel project in Kuala Lumpur?
A. Elevated roadways
B. Use of dual-purpose tunnel boring machine
C. Continuous flyovers
D. Surface mining
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
The SMART Tunnel used a dual-purpose TBM that enabled it to function both as a stormwater channel and a traffic tunnel, especially useful in flood-prone Kuala Lumpur.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Case Studies And Applied Geological Engineering Projects
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