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12/1/2011 - Technology NewsA surface network system using off-the-shelf components successfully established strategic communications links in a limited mine-simulated environment. The system could be expanded to link other communication devices and a command center.
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7/1/2010 - Peer reviewed journal articlesThe aims of this research were to determine the effectiveness of arbitrary shape coding in reducing selection error rates in a virtual analogy of roof-bolting and whether any advantages exist for mirror or place layouts for dual control situations.
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11/1/2007 - Peer reviewed journal articlesThis paper discusses a method to determine the roof fall risk using a qualitative risk analysis technique.
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8/1/2004 - Conference papersField studies were conducted to record electromagnetic (EM) emissions at the Galena Mine, Wallace, Idaho. The goal of the research was to determine if EM emissions were valid precursors to imminent ground failure.
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1/1/2004 - Contract reportsThe objective of this study was to determine the in-situ effectiveness of the selected technologies available to the underground mining industry for reducing particulate matter and gaseous emissions from diesel-powered equipment. The protocol was establ...
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7/1/2002 - Conference papersThe investigation reported here is an initial study of the stability of the first of the proposed chambers at the Homestake Mine in Lead, SD.
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1/1/1992 - Reports of InvestigationsThe U.S. Bureau of Mines applied its mine fire diagnostic method to an abandoned anthracite mine fire site in Carbondale, Lackawanna County, PA.
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10/1/1978 - Conference papersThe current state of the art of fire and smoke detection technology is reviewed from the standpoint of suitability for use in underground metal and nonmetal mines. Detection modes, fire signatures, and environmental considerations are included. Prelimin...
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6/1/1974 - Conference papersSince 1969, the Department of Interior, Bureau of Mines, has carried out communications research. Research has been directed toward developing emergency and nonemergency mine communications. This paper gives an overview of the progress made in the last ...
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program