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8/1/2002 - Conference papersSeveral remote-sensing technologies are being evaluated as tools to monitor slopes for hazards and to assess slope stability.
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersA high percentage of longwall shields, which provide ground control in mines, operate well below the rated support capacity due to hydraulic malfunctions. NIOSH developed a computer program to identify shields not performing to rated specifications.
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersThe goal of the research described here is to develop a stress monitoring system that will provide immediate information to mine managers for making daily safety decisions as areas of poor ground are mined through.
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersMining is now using surprisingly complex programmable electronic (PE) systems. NIOSH is conducting research to develop a quantitative complexity assessment methodology which will help realize simpler, safer systems; easier to validate and verify.
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersDespite its potential importance, there is no widely accepted anchorage test for fully grouted roof bolts. Recent studies using short encapsulation pull tests are described.
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersThe story of how roof bolting was implemented by the mining industry, but took so long to live up to its promise, is a fascinating example of the interaction between economics, technology, regulation, and science. It still has important lessons for today.
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersNIOSH has been evaluating developments in sealant support systems for ground control. This paper reviews current technology in shotcrete and membrane development, evaluates a long-term study of sealant materials, and examines installation practices.
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersThe NIOSH Pittsburgh Research Laboratory is involved in research to identify silica dust sources and generation in underground metal/nonmetal mines. A summary of sampling procedures, resulting data, and methods being investigated to reduce silica dust w...
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersA study is described with the objective of evaluating the various methods and strategies by which panels, production pillars and barrier pillars are developed and extracted under deep cover, and to develop appropriate design guidelines.
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8/1/2002 - Conference papersSlope stability accidents are a leading cause of fatalities at U.S. surface mines. NIOSH is conducting research to reduce these fatalities. This paper presents some of the research and potential new technologies for slope monitoring and design.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program