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A Multi-Sensor Based Roadheader Positioning Model and Arbitrary Tunnel Cross Section Automatic Cutting.

Changqing Yan¹, Wenxiao Zhao², Xinming Lu^3,4

¹Department of Information Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Tai'an 271000, China.

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Summary

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This study introduces a multi-sensor system for autonomous roadheader positioning and posture detection, enabling precise automated tunneling and robotization. The developed method ensures accurate trajectory planning and execution for unmanned excavation.

Keywords:

automatic cutting multi-sensor positioning model roadheader

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Area of Science:

Robotics and Automation
Geotechnical Engineering
Tunneling Technology

Background:

Autonomous tunneling requires precise roadheader localization and posture detection.
Existing methods face challenges in real-time accuracy and adaptability for complex tunneling operations.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and validate a multi-sensor based positioning method for autonomous roadheader posture detection and self-localization.
To enable flexible trajectory planning and automatic cutting procedures for enhanced tunneling efficiency.

Main Methods:

Integration of an inertial system, total station, and hydraulic cylinder sensors for comprehensive roadheader measurement.
Development of a positioning model for accurate roadheader and cutter localization.
Implementation of flexible trajectory planning algorithms for automated excavation paths.

Main Results:

Experimental validation confirms high accuracy and efficiency of the proposed positioning method and model.
Demonstrated ability to generate arbitrary shapes automatically and precisely via planned trajectories.
Successful application in practical tunneling, achieving reliable autonomous operation.

Conclusions:

The multi-sensor positioning system and associated models are effective for autonomous roadheader operation.
The proposed methods facilitate precise trajectory planning and automated cutting, paving the way for unmanned tunneling.
This advancement significantly enhances efficiency and accuracy in tunneling operations.