Rock Bolt/ Soil Nail

Definition
Soil Nail/ Rock Bolt is a remedial measure to treat unstable soil or rock slopes. This technique involves Drilling and insertion of reinforcing bar i.e. Solid bar and Hollow bar ( Self Drilling Anchor) and then grouting.

Types

  • Solid Bars
  • Hollow Bars
  • Cable Anchors
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Benefits

  • Soil Nails/ Rock Bolts are more effective using less space than conventional methods protecting slopes.
  • Soil nails / Rock Bolt are easy to install than conventional protection walls on difficult access locations.

Application
Soil nails/ Rock bolts are used for protecting slopes particularly having difficult access, space constraints, and in composition along with safety nets.

Use

  • Tunnel Portals
  • Hill slopes
  • Rock retaining
  • Deep Excavated Slopes