Intelligent Shield Machines

Grab the future of tunneling with Intelligent Shield Machines by Huayong Yang and Jianbin Li. This authoritative guide brings together engineering insight and cutting-edge automation to help professionals and students navigate the rapidly evolving world of shield machine technology.

Discover how modern shield machines integrate sensor networks, real-time control, machine learning, and predictive maintenance to boost safety, efficiency, and reliability on complex tunnel projects. Clear chapters walk you through system architectures, intelligent control strategies, case studies from major urban and regional infrastructure works, and practical design considerations for soil-structure interaction and excavation management.

Whether you’re an engineer specifying TBMs for metro expansion in Asia, a project manager overseeing tunnel drives in Europe, or a researcher advancing automation methods in North America, this volume translates advanced theory into actionable practice. Expect illustrated explanations of diagnostics, fault-tolerant design, and optimization techniques that reduce downtime and cost while improving performance in variable ground conditions.

Written in a concise, professional style, the book balances technical depth with real-world applicability—making it ideal for practitioners, consultants, and graduate students focused on tunneling, geotechnical engineering, and construction automation. Enhance project outcomes, stay ahead of regulatory and environmental challenges, and implement smarter, safer excavation solutions.

Order your copy of Intelligent Shield Machines today and equip your team with the knowledge to deliver next-generation tunnel projects with confidence.

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