Directional boring

Directional boring is like a special kind of digging that helps us put things underneath the ground without having to dig a big hole. It's kind of like playing a video game where you're trying to guide a character through a maze or obstacle course.

First, we make a plan for the path we want to put the thing underground. Then, we use a machine called a directional drill to dig a small hole called a borehole at the start of the path. The drill is really cool because it can move in different directions like up, down, left, and right. This helps it make turns and go around obstacles like trees, buildings, or other underground things.

Next, we attach something called a boring head to the drill. This is like a special kind of drill bit that can make the hole bigger as it moves through the ground. As the boring head moves forward, it fills the hole with dirt and rocks and makes a tunnel for us to put the thing we want underground.

Finally, we pull a special kind of pipe through the tunnel to connect the start of the path to the end. This is like threading a noodle through a straw. When we're done, we fill in the borehole with dirt and the ground is as good as new!

Directional boring is a really cool way to put things underground without tearing up the whole street or yard. It's like a secret way to put things where they need to go without anyone noticing.