Whether the underground open stope can remain stable during the planned period is the
premise of safe mining. In the field of stability analysis in open stope, there is a famous …

In underground mining, especially in entry-type excavations, the instability of surrounding
rock structures can lead to incalculable losses. As a crucial tool for stability analysis in entry …

Understanding tunneling-induced ground deformation, particularly squeezing behavior, is
crucial for safe and efficient underground construction. This study employs Artificial Neural …

Predicting rock tunnel squeezing in underground projects is challenging due to its intricate
and unpredictable nature. This study proposes an innovative approach to enhance the …

The ground deformation under squeezing conditions has a considerable impact on the
tunnel excavation process. In this study, we utilize a combination of particle swarm …

This study proposes a novel intelligent approach for predicting tunnel squeezing severity
and tunnel deformation in squeezing grounds using two robust data mining techniques. This …

Entry-type mining methods, such as cut and fill method, play a significant role in
underground mining, and they are still suitable methods for extracting deposits with irregular …

Traditional laboratory tests for measuring rock uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) are
tedious and timeconsuming. There is a pressing need for more effective methods to …

'Man at work: the magnificence of construction'. These few words form the foundation of this
themed issue dedicated to geo-environmental loads acting on tunnels. As individuals, we …