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• Feasibility of Using Laser-Based Vibration Measurements to Detect Roof Fall Hazards in Underground Mines
  6/1/2002 - Conference papers
  This paper looks at the feasibility of using noncontact laser-based vibration measurements to detect roof fall hazards with the ultimate vision of improving, expanding and automating procedures for mine roof inspection.
• Evaluating Performance Characteristics of Machine-Mounted Methane Monitors by Measuring Response Time
  6/1/2002 - Conference papers
  This publication examines a procedure for measuring the response time of machine-mounted methane monitors
• Technology for Remote Mine Seal Construction
  2/1/2002 - Conference papers
  Mine fires can be especially perilous because toxic products can quickly spread well beyond the fire zone thereby exposing all underground miners to dangerous and deadly conditions. This paper provides a review of the available materials and technology ...
• Overview of Ground Control Research for Underground Coal Mines in the United States
  6/1/2001 - Conference papers
  NIOSH has developed an entire toolbox of computer programs that have been effectively transferred to the mining community.
• Research by NIOSH for Controlling Respirable Dust and Methane Gas on Continuous Miner Faces
  1/1/2001 - Conference papers
  The importance of controlling respirable dust and methane gas levels in underground coal mining cannot be underestimated. While respirable dust can significantly affect the occupational health of underground coal miner, methane gas accumulations pose s...
• Random Motion Capture Model for Studying Events Between a Machine and its Operator
  1/1/2001 - Conference papers
  This paper presents a technique for representing and analyzing random motions and hazardous events in a computer simulated three-dimensional workplace, providing machine designers and safety analysts with a new technique to evaluate ways to reduce opera...
• An Underground Coal Mine Fire Preparedness and Response Checklist: The Instrument
  8/1/2000 - Information Circulars
  Provides a detailed description of a data collection instrument used to profile the fire prevention and response capabilities of a mine site.
• Miner Mike Saves the Day! or Ground Support... It's Important!
  1/1/2000 - NIOSH/USBM numbered publications, Videos and multimedia
  This video teaches the necessity and use of ground supports.
• Static and Dynamic Loads in Ore and Waste Rock Passes in Underground Mines
  6/1/1999 - Conference papers
  This paper describes research to improve safety during transport of ore and waste in underground mines.
• Preventing Injuries Caused by Unrecognized Stone Mine Roof Beam Failures With a Pro-Active Roof Control Plan
  3/1/1999 - Conference papers
  To help mitigate the potential for falls-of-ground injuries to underground stone miners, NIOSH developed the Roof Monitoring Safety System (RMSS) to aid in monitoring dangerous levels of roof beam deflection.