Function Simulation of the TBM Based on VRML

Based on the distributed virtual reality technology, combining the interactivity of language VRML and network’s superiority of Java/JavaScript, this paper developed a function simulation system of the TBM, which avoids the single product launch of the network forms as well as the expensiveness shortcomings of augmented reality simulation systems. This system can simulate the movement of TBM presentations, virtual assembly and mining process, fully utilizes the advantages of VRML. The customers can get a full, screen real and powerful understanding of product performance using this system for simulating a three-dimensional movement and excavation process of the TBM, such as on the real environment. This system simulation method does not rely on the expensive virtual reality simulation platforms, but it has a facilitating transmission speed for a small size of system files, which is characterized by free installation, interactivity, authenticity and low cost.