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12/1/2007 - Peer reviewed journal articlesComputational Fluid Dynamics simulations were conducted to investigate the spontaneous heating of coals in longwall gob areas with different apparent activation energies and reaction surface areas. The results are reported in this paper.
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12/1/2007 - Unpublished documents and reportsThis final report was prepared by the Technical Study Panel on the Utilization of Belt Air and the Composition and Fire Retardant Properties of Belt Materials in Underground Coal Mining. It provides a review and recommendations concerning the utilizatio...
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11/1/2007 - Peer reviewed journal articlesUsing coalbed methane reservoir modeling and an artificial neural network (ANN) design for prediction and optimization of methane inflows and ventilation air requirements to maintain methane concentrations below statutory limits.
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10/1/2007 - Peer reviewed journal articlesThe top five priority hazards associated with underground coal mining equipment have been identified and information about potential contributing factors and controls collated.
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9/1/2007 - Conference papersThis paper reviews how simultaneous application of three basic elements reduces the methane explosion hazard at coal mine working faces: (1) adequate ventilation, (2) regular monitoring of gas concentrations, and (3) elimination of ignition sources.
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7/1/2007 - Guides and manuals, Information CircularsThis report provides a sound scientific and engineering justification to recommend a three-tiered explosion pressure design criterion for new seals. The recommendations contained herein apply to new seal design and construction in U.S. coal mines.
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7/1/2007 - Technology NewsThe International Workshop on Rock Mass Classification in Underground Mining provided a forum for leading practitioners of rock mass classification from around the world to come together and share their methods and experiences with the technique.
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5/1/2007 - Conference papersThis paper discusses the sources used in developing the CMRR, describes the CMRR data collection and calculation procedures, and briefly presents a number of practical mining applications in which the CMRR has played a prominent role.
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5/1/2007 - Information CircularsThe goal of the workshop was to allow leading practitioners of rock mass classification to share their experiences with the technique. The proceedings contain 16 papers from 9 countries. Applications in both hard-rock and coal mining are represented.
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2/1/2007 - Peer reviewed journal articlesThis paper describes three mechanical methods - the mobile manipulator, the in-mine hoist, and a cable-handling system - developed by NIOSH to reduce injuries related to handling supplies or material, loading and unloading, and moving power cables.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program