With reference to some successful examples, the bookintroduces about the theoretical basis of tunnel advanced geological prediction,compilation principles of prediction outlines and keynotes for advancedgeological prediction in different geological conditions. This book includesseven chapters: introduction, overview of tunnel advanced geologicalprediction, basic principles for tunnel advanced geological prediction, designof tunnel advanced geological prediction program, implementation and commonmethods of tunnel advanced geological prediction and comprehensive predictionexamples. 

This book can be used asreading material for personnel of tunnel engineering as well as reference bookfor relevant university students.

Zhang Xianfeng, a master, professor level senior engineer,and president of China Railway Tunnel Survey & Design Institute, has beenengaged in survey, design and research in the fields of tunnel and undergroundengineering for long, and has conducted in-depth research and got richexperience in mountain tunnels in hard rock strata, as well as shallow buriedtunnels, shield tunnels, and immersed tube tunnels in soft soil strata. He everserved as project leader responsible for the design, implementation andconsultation of multiple projects, winning several awards at the provincial andministerial level.