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    MIDAS   ACMC   In Collaboration With   NGS
    ◆ GTS NX Webinar ◆
    Himalayan Tunnel Engineering   •   Practical GTS NX Workflow   •   Expert Technical Session
     
    Know Your Territory: Nepal Edition
    Understanding Tunnels in Challenging Himalayan
    Geology Using MIDAS GTS NX
    📅 08 August 2026 (Saturday)    |    🕒 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (NPT)    |    📍 Live on GoToWebinar
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    Overview
     
    The Himalayan region presents unique challenges for tunnel engineering due to weak geology, highly weathered rock masses, and complex ground conditions. In this technical webinar, discover how MIDAS GTS NX enables engineers to analyse ground–structure interaction, evaluate tunnel stability, and develop reliable support systems for underground construction in challenging terrain.

    The session demonstrates practical 2D and 3D finite element modelling workflows for tunnel analysis, together with engineering approaches for selecting suitable support systems including shotcrete, steel ribs, lattice girders, forepoling, pipe umbrella systems, grouting, and other ground improvement techniques using real engineering practices.
    What You'll Explore
    Geological Challenges
    • Weak and weathered Himalayan rock masses
    • Complex ground conditions
    • Tunnel stability assessment
    • Ground–structure interaction
    Numerical Modelling
    • 2D & 3D finite element analysis
    • Tunnel modelling workflow in GTS NX
    • Stability evaluation
    • Engineering result interpretation
    Key Engineering Topics
    ✓ Tunnel analysis in challenging Himalayan geology
    ✓ Ground–structure interaction modelling
    ✓ 2D & 3D finite element modelling workflow
    ✓ Tunnel stability evaluation
    ✓ Shotcrete, steel ribs & lattice girders
    ✓ Forepoling & pipe umbrella systems
    ✓ Grouting and ground improvement techniques
    ✓ Practical support system design using GTS NX
    Agenda
     
    01
    Introduction
    • Importance of tunnelling in challenging geological conditions
    • Common risks associated with weak ground tunnelling
    02
    Understanding Weak Geology
    • Types of weak ground
    • Typical tunnel failure mechanisms
    03
    Design Philosophy & Numerical Analysis
    • Ground–support interaction principles
    • 2D Finite Element Analysis
    • 3D Analysis for complex geological conditions
    04
    Tunnel Support Systems
    • Shotcrete
    • Rock Bolts
    • Steel Ribs
    • Forepoling and other practical support measures
    05
    Interactive Q&A
    Discussion with the speaker and answers to participants' technical questions.
    🎙️Meet the Speakers
    Er. Vatan Sharma
    Technical Lead
    MIDAS IT
    Vatan Sharma is a Technical Team Lead at the MIDAS Research and Development Centre and holds a postgraduate degree in Earthquake Engineering from IIT Roorkee. With extensive experience in geotechnical and hydropower engineering, he has contributed significantly to underground and tunnel design projects. He is also actively engaged in delivering technical training sessions for renowned government agencies and multinational corporations. His training expertise covers a broad range of topics, including tunnels, slopes, excavations, dams, hydropower projects, and other geotechnical engineering applications.
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    🎁 Attendee Benefits
    MIDAS GTS NX Trial
    MIDAS GTS NX Trial
    Get access to a 15-day trial license of  GTS NX software.
    Certificate of Participation
    Participation Certificate
    Receive an official participation certificate issued by NGS.