Shield machines have long been used in tunnelling as a result of their high reliability, high efficiency and high value-added, providing a fast digging speed, high construction quality and low impact on the surrounding environment. However, with the rapid development of new-generation information technologies, big data, artificial intelligence technology, the field of shield equipment offers even greater potential. This book explores that potential, combining both theoretical and practical engineering applications of the new technologies

• Introduces the concept and application of artificial intelligence and other new intelligent construction technologies to shield tunnel boring machines for the first time
• Integrates many new technologies - such as artificial intelligence, big data and robotics technology - to intelligent shield tunnelling
• Provides solutions to many existing engineering problems by using intelligent, efficient and safe shield machines