Development of hybrid intelligent models for predicting TBM penetration rate in hard rock condition - Armaghani, Danial Jahed; Mohamad, Edy Tonnizam; Narayanasamy, Mogana Sundaram; Narita, Nobuya; Yagiz, Saffet (Tunnelling and underground space technology, 2017)
Keywords: Artificial neural network; Artificial neural networks; Boring machines; Compressive strength; Hybrid systems; Imperialism competitive algorithm; Intelligent systems; Mathematical models; Neural networks; Particle swarm optimization; Penetration; Penetration rate; Performance indices; Prediction models; Rock mass rating; Rock properties; Root-mean-square errors; Tensile strength; Thrust; Tunnel boring machine; Water distribution; Weathering; Penetration rate; Tunnel boring machine; Artificial neural network; Particle swarm optimization; Imperialism competitive algorithm