23.11 - Case Studies of Robotic Tunneling Projects
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What is the significance of the Gotthard Base Tunnel?
💡 Hint: Think about its global ranking among tunnels.
What does EPB stand for in EPB TBMs?
💡 Hint: Consider the role it plays during tunneling.
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What is the main advantage of using robotic technologies in tunneling?
💡 Hint: Think about the problems robots solve.
True or False: The Brenner Base Tunnel utilizes traditional manual inspection methods.
💡 Hint: Consider the advancements made in tunnel inspections.
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Critically evaluate the overall impact of robotic technologies on safety and efficiency in the discussed tunneling projects.
💡 Hint: Focus on both qualitative and quantitative aspects of robotics in tunneling.
Design a hypothetical tunneling project that could benefit from robotics, detailing the systems that would be used and their intended impact.
💡 Hint: Think about challenges faced in existing projects and how robotics can solve those.
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