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4/1/2006 - Technology NewsUpdates to the NIOSH suite of coal mine ground control software are described, including the Analysis of Roof Bolt Systems (ARBS), the Support Technology Optimization Program (STOP), and the Coal Mine Roof Rating (CMRR).
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3/1/2006 - Technology NewsThe use of highwall mining systems has increased substantially in open-pit coal mines. It is used where overburden depth exceeds economical recovery. Highwall stability remains the major safety concern during highwall mining. The Mine Safety and Health ...
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8/1/2001 - Technology NewsThis paper announces the availability of the proceedings of the Second International Workshop on Coal Pillar Mechanics and Design, which includes 15 papers from leading ground control specialists from the United States and other countries.
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7/1/1997 - Technology NewsThe analysis of Retreat Mining Pillar Stability (ARMPS) computer program was developed in 1995 and has been widely accepted by the mining community. A Windows version of ARMPS is now available. It features simplified data input, graphics, and an expande...
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2/1/1995 - Technology NewsThe objective of this work is to develop a comprehensive, practical method for designing longwall gate entries that considers coal pillar size, mine roof quality, and artificial support in an easy-to-use computer program.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program