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Machine Learning and Cyber Physical Systems for Rock Mass Classification: A Critical Review

Aug 2026 · Geotechnical and Geological Engineering · Vol 44 · 0 citations · 180 references

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A conceptual cyber-physical system (CPS) framework designed to integrate ML-driven classification with sensing, cloud infrastructure, digital twins, and visualization technologies is introduced to guide the transition toward more adaptive rock mass classification in modern underground mining.

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