A 3D coupled multibody dynamics (MBD)-FDEM framework with GPGPU parallelization for simulating TBM-ground interaction and orientation behavior

Key Points

• The simulation framework shows enhanced performance in modeling ground interaction behavior during tunneling operations.
• Key evidence includes the parallelization capabilities of GPGPU, significantly improving processing time and efficiency.
• A 3D coupled multibody dynamics-FDEM framework is employed to simulate the complex behaviors associated with tunneling operations.
• This efficient simulation method highlights the potential for improved analysis, though future validation in real-world scenarios is needed.