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Tunnel Construction Management System

Category

Construction & Urban Planning

Project size

50+ MMs

Industry

BIM & 3D visualization

Scope of work

Full-stack Web Development

Technologies

  • Back-end / Server-side with: ASP.Net, C#, IIS
  • Front-end and UI:
    • JavaScript, JQuery 
    • Bootstrap 3 & mobile responsive
    • HTML5
    • 3D/2D Visualization with basic BIM features
    • Geo server, Open layer 3, Open street map, Tomcat
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, PostGIS
  • Other: RFID, Git for repositories 



About the project

Requested by a client in Helsinki & Espoo, Finland, the project focused on developing a Tunnel Construction Management System designed to streamline the management of tunnel construction projects. The system will support workers and supervisors in monitoring progress with features such as real-time information on machinery, schedules, and locations, along with a 3D view of the working site. These features will enable the project team to track progress effectively and make informed decisions, ensuring the timely completion of the project.

The client has ordered a full package of software development services to create a solution for managing the tunnel-building process using bomb-driven technology through a web application. The key requirements are as follows:

  • Manage tunnel conditions: Track information related to machines, schedules, and locations.
  • 3D Visualization: 
    • View and simulate holes and input bolting for tunnel sections before and after exploration.
    •  Allow for comparison between the pre- and post-exploration models.
    •  Provide features to rotate, zoom in/out, and integrate with other systems.
  • Project map: Enable users to view working locations on a project map.
  • Remote accessibility: Ensure the system is user-friendly and accessible from any location, allowing for effective remote project management.

Initially, there were several technical challenges, including:

  • Understanding project definition and long-term plan: More time was needed to fully grasp the project scope and long-term strategy in the construction field.
  • Location tracking: Since machines and workers operate underground, Radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags were required to effectively manage their locations.
  • Development environment setup: Obstacles arose in building multiple development environments, such as Development, Customer Testing, Staging, and Production, along with managing multiple deployments. 

 

With our personal experience, we are working hard to resolve these challenges by:

  • Establishing a transparent working process: Defining clear roles and responsibilities between all parties to ensure smooth collaboration.
  • Implementing efficient tools and processes: Utilizing project management tools such as Trello, Git, Jira, emails, and Skype to streamline communication and task management.
  • Adhering to working standards: Ensuring that all work aligns with the customer's requirements and industry standards.
  • Effective communication: Reaching a consensus on the most efficient communication method to ensure seamless coordination among all parties involved.

Our development team successfully delivered a system designed to improve the efficiency and safety of constructions projects with the following key features:

  • Manage tunnel information: Track all relevant data on tunnel conditions, including machines, schedules, and locations.
  • 3D visualization: View and simulate holes and input bolting of tunnel sections before and after exploration, allowing for comparison.
    • The model supports rotation, zooming in/out, and integration with other systems to provide detailed, interactive views.
  • Project map: Provide the ability to view working locations on the project map for better situational awareness.
  • Remote accessibility: Ensure the system is easy to use and accessible from any location, making it an essential tool for remote management of the project.