Hey tech explorers and travel enthusiasts! Big news: China’s self-developed "Navigator" tunnel boring machine just hit the 2,830th ring deep under the Yangtze River! 🚀
With a cumulative drive of 5,660 meters, this 15.4-meter cutterhead TBM is using intelligent excavation, automated segment assembly, and advanced geological forecasting to ensure top-notch safety and precision in its deep-water tunneling operations.
This milestone in the Chongqing–Chengdu section of the Shanghai–Chongqing–Chengdu high-speed rail is a game-changer, set to shorten travel times and enhance connectivity between major hubs like Shanghai, Chongqing, and Chengdu. It’s a clear display of cutting-edge engineering that’s powering smarter, more efficient infrastructure across regions.
For young professionals and tech buffs, this breakthrough isn’t just about building tunnels – it’s about crafting the future of travel and urban development. Stay tuned as innovations like these continue to reshape our everyday journeys! 💡
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China’s ‘Navigator’ TBM Reaches Central Span of Yangtze River
huanqiu.com
