As the main cutting tool of Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) for rock-breaking, the rock-breaking efficiency of TBM disc cutters directly affects the TBM’s boring speed, which in turn affects the overall ...

The study of disc cutter wear in tunnel boring machines (TBMs) is fundamental to optimising both the economic and operational performance of subterranean construction projects. Disc cutter wear ...

Abstract: A disc cutter is the main breaking rock tool on the cutterhead of the full face hard rock boring machine. It directly contacts the rock and undergoes significant wear and tear. The disc ...

Abstract: In order to monitor the wear amount and wear state of the disc cutter ring in real time during the tunneling process of TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine), an on-line monitoring system was designed ...

1 State Key Laboratory of High Performance Complex Manufacturing, Central South University, Changsha, China. 2 School of Engineering, University of Hull, Hull, UK. A novel optimization methodology for ...

A novel optimization methodology for the disc cutter designs of tunnel boring machines (TBM) was presented. To fully understand the characteristics and performance of TBM cutters, a comprehensive list ...

The new Seco 335.98 Disc Milling Cutter system, which was designed specifically for cost reductions, achieves the lowest cost per part in half-side and face disc milling operations, according to Seco ...