Study on linear vibration model of shield TBM cutterhead driving system

Abstract

In this paper, a general linear time-varying multiple-axis (LTVMA) vibration model of shield tunnel boring machine (TBM) cutterhead driving system is established. The corresponding multiple inputs and multiple outputs (MIMO) state-space model is also presented. The linear vibration model is analysed, and the vibration-torque transfer function matrix and the vibration-torque static gain matrix are obtained. The linear vibration model is simulated, and the physical parameters' effects on the vibration response are investigated. A preliminary approach is proposed to reduce vibration by increasing motor rotor inertia and viscous damped. The LTVMA vibration model provides a solid foundation for fault detection and diagnosis (FDD), as long as the health monitoring of cutterhead driving system.