Abstract:Tunnel deformation is the most direct and objective indicator for evaluating the safety status of tunnel surrounding rock and support structures. Affected by the stress state transformation of tunnel excavation and support as well as the spatio-temporal effect of construction, the tunnel deformation often presents complex characteristics. The research and development can reflect the true form of tunnel deformation. The monitoring methods and technologies that are safe, reliable, convenient and economical have significant practical significance for ensuring the safety of tunnel construction. Based on the review and analysis of the current status of tunnel deformation monitoring technology, focusing on the automatic monitoring system for tunnel deformation, the working principle, core key technologies and platform functions of the monitoring system are set forth. Through the field application and comparative verification of a typical tunnel in western China, it is shown that the deformation test results of the monitoring system are in good agreement with the total station technology test results with reliable accuracy, and have more advantages in the spatiotemporal continuity of deformation monitoring.