Research on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on PCA-PSO-DBN

Abstract In mountain tunnel blasting construction, challenges such as over-excavation and improper particle size distribution are frequently encountered. Traditional neural network prediction models and empirical formulas have proven inadequate for optimizing construction parameters. To improve the...

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Main Authors: Weilong Ma, Biao Qiao, Tongkai Wen, Zhanping Song, Zhenzhong Ren
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Published: Springer 2025-06-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-07094-y
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author Weilong Ma
Biao Qiao
Tongkai Wen
Zhanping Song
Zhenzhong Ren
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Biao Qiao
Tongkai Wen
Zhanping Song
Zhenzhong Ren
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description Abstract In mountain tunnel blasting construction, challenges such as over-excavation and improper particle size distribution are frequently encountered. Traditional neural network prediction models and empirical formulas have proven inadequate for optimizing construction parameters. To improve the accuracy of prediction models, this study employed Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to identify three key factors influencing construction outcomes as input variables for the model. Additionally, Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) was integrated for parameter adjustment, leading to the optimization of the parameters within the Deep Belief Network (DBN) model. Two PCA-PSO-DBN models were developed, specifically addressing tunnel over-excavation and the equivalent size of crushed rocks. By training and predicting data from Sect. 3 of the NEOM New City tunnel project, the feasibility of the model was validated through on-site data analysis. The results indicated that compared to traditional DBN and PCA-DBN models, the proposed model reduced maximum errors by 16.98, 7.68, and 11.37, 4.85%, respectively, demonstrating higher precision. Following blasting parameter optimization, the reductions in maximum linear over- or under-excavation and the equivalent size of crushed rocks in the tunnel reached 40.94% and 18.70%, respectively, compared to the original blasting plan. This model introduces innovative methodologies and possibilities, offering valuable insights and references for similar endeavors.
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spelling doaj-art-db979d9abfe044279f829d146c4867fb2025-08-20T03:21:03ZengSpringerDiscover Applied Sciences3004-92612025-06-017612210.1007/s42452-025-07094-yResearch on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on PCA-PSO-DBNWeilong Ma0Biao Qiao1Tongkai Wen2Zhanping Song3Zhenzhong Ren4CSCEC InternationalChina Construction Third Engineering Bureau Group Co., Ltd.China Construction Seventh Engineering Division Corp., Ltd.School of Civil Engineering, Xi’an University of Architecture and TechnologySchool of Future Technology, Xi’an University of Architecture and TechnologyAbstract In mountain tunnel blasting construction, challenges such as over-excavation and improper particle size distribution are frequently encountered. Traditional neural network prediction models and empirical formulas have proven inadequate for optimizing construction parameters. To improve the accuracy of prediction models, this study employed Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to identify three key factors influencing construction outcomes as input variables for the model. Additionally, Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) was integrated for parameter adjustment, leading to the optimization of the parameters within the Deep Belief Network (DBN) model. Two PCA-PSO-DBN models were developed, specifically addressing tunnel over-excavation and the equivalent size of crushed rocks. By training and predicting data from Sect. 3 of the NEOM New City tunnel project, the feasibility of the model was validated through on-site data analysis. The results indicated that compared to traditional DBN and PCA-DBN models, the proposed model reduced maximum errors by 16.98, 7.68, and 11.37, 4.85%, respectively, demonstrating higher precision. Following blasting parameter optimization, the reductions in maximum linear over- or under-excavation and the equivalent size of crushed rocks in the tunnel reached 40.94% and 18.70%, respectively, compared to the original blasting plan. This model introduces innovative methodologies and possibilities, offering valuable insights and references for similar endeavors.https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-07094-ySmooth tunnel blastingPrincipal component analysisParticle swarm optimizationDeep belief networkBlasting parameters
spellingShingle Weilong Ma
Biao Qiao
Tongkai Wen
Zhanping Song
Zhenzhong Ren
Research on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on PCA-PSO-DBN
Discover Applied Sciences
Smooth tunnel blasting
Principal component analysis
Particle swarm optimization
Deep belief network
Blasting parameters
title Research on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on PCA-PSO-DBN
title_full Research on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on PCA-PSO-DBN
title_fullStr Research on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on PCA-PSO-DBN
title_full_unstemmed Research on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on PCA-PSO-DBN
title_short Research on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on PCA-PSO-DBN
title_sort research on the blasting effect prediction and blasting parameter optimization based on pca pso dbn
topic Smooth tunnel blasting
Principal component analysis
Particle swarm optimization
Deep belief network
Blasting parameters
url https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-07094-y
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