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2/1/2009 - Conference papersThe load-deformation characteristics and the load capacity of welded wire screen (roof screen) used to control ground fall were evaluated in the laboratory in a specially built test frame.
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7/19/2016 - Contracts and cooperative agreementsA contract to modify medium frequency radio systems to improve refuge chamber situational awareness in an underground coal mine.
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7/18/2016 - Contracts and cooperative agreementsA contract to design and demonstrate a location tracking system for underground coal mines using ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology.
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9/22/2015 - Research areasHorizontal Stress Topic Page
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6/1/2015 - Reports of InvestigationsNIOSH researchers completed in-depth interviews with nine coal mine safety trainers about teaching and assessing Self-escape competencies (SEC). Based on the results recommendations are provided to improve training, assessment, and maintenance of SEC.
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4/1/2015 - Reports of InvestigationsAn RI that explores 3 issues to facilitate use of BIP RAs: (1) locating BIP RAs further from the face; (2) providing a consistent process for the design and approval of RA stoppings; (3) delivering a reliable supply of clean, breathable air to a BIP RA.
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10/6/2014 - Contracts and cooperative agreementsA contract to extend the operational range of a through-the-earth communications system while maintaining the portability and permissibility of the subsurface unit.
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10/6/2014 - Contracts and cooperative agreementsA contract to evaluate a fiber optic sprinkler head emergency communications system to determine if this concept can meet the communication, tracking, mine escape, and rescue requirements of an underground communication system.
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9/17/2012 - Contracts and cooperative agreementsA contract to design, build, and demonstrate a battery-powered, through-the-earth wireless voice communication system for overburdens of up to 600 feet.
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9/17/2012 - Contracts and cooperative agreementsA contract to evaluate the use of Barricade II Fire Blocking Gel for use in mine fire prevention, control, or fire suppression technologies.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program