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- Room and pillar mining
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7/1/2010 - Conference papersThis paper makes use of numerical models to examine the interaction between typical pillar systems and the surrounding rock mass for weak and strong geological conditions at various spans and depths of cover.
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2/1/2001 - Conference papersThree alternative approaches to reduce the risk of catastrophic collapse are described: containment, prevention, and full-extraction. Without good data available on post-failure pillar behavior, containment and full-extraction are the safest.
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7/1/2008 - Conference papersThis paper presents a pillar design methodology that was developed from a study of pillar performance in operating stone mines and concludes with guidelines for applying a developed equation and selecting appropriate input parameters.
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7/1/2007 - Conference papersThis paper presents the results of a study of roof conditions in 34 limestone mines in the Eastern and Midwestern U.S.
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5/1/2007 - Conference papers, Information CircularsA detailed evaluation of the multiple-seam experiences at Harris No. 1 Mine was done as part of NIOSH's nationwide multiple-seam mining case history database.
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8/1/2006 - Conference papersA survey of pillar conditions was carried out at 21 operating limestone mines that use the room-and-pillar method. Pillar instability is most likely caused by unfavorable geological structures in pillars with width to height ratios of less than 1.5.
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8/1/2005 - Conference papersResults show that the remnant upper seam structure's size can influence multiple seam interaction. Specifically, smaller critically loaded upper seam pillars appear more likely to cause lower seam ground control problems than wider pillars.
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1/1/2005 - Conference papersIn some underground limestone mines, the dip may exceed 5°. This can cause roof instability, which can be exacerbated by horizontal tectonic stresses. Field studies and numerical model analyses assess the effect of dip in various stress conditions.
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8/1/2004 - Conference papersPolyurethane injection is a proven method of rock stabilization in even the weakest, most broken ground. Optimization of the injection design by pre-injection video diagnostics can greatly contribute to successful and efficient roof stabilization.
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2/1/2004 - Conference papersDescribes three alternative ventilation models for use in large opening underground mines with respect to their use in mines of various levels of development.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program