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Assessment Of Heavy Metal Contamination In Surface Water Near Tailings Dam, Gera Techane Mengistu, Tesema Kebede, Enatfenta Melaku, Engdasew Temere Jan 2026

Assessment Of Heavy Metal Contamination In Surface Water Near Tailings Dam, Gera Techane Mengistu, Tesema Kebede, Enatfenta Melaku, Engdasew Temere

Journal of Sustainable Mining

Elevated levels of heavy metals in surface water can lead to the degradation of water quality, especially in mining areas where tailing dams are sources of heavy metal pollution. This study focuses on evaluating the concentrations of heavy metals in surface water near the Legadembi tailings dams. The mean concentrations (in µg/L) of various heavy metals including: arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), cobalt (Co), chromium (Cr), copper (Cu), mercury (Hg), molybdenum (Mo), nickel (Ni), lead (Pb), antimony (Sb), selenium (Se), thallium (Tl), uranium (U), vanadium (V), tungsten (W), zinc (Zn), and zirconium (Zr) were determined: 79.7, 0.15, 162.3, 0.66, 18.1, 0.01, …

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Intrinsically Safe Pneumatic Seismic Source For Controlled Rock Mass ,Monitoring And Imaging In Underground Mining, Przemysław Sierodzki, Leszek Remiorz, Mateusz Ćwiękała, Krzysztof Krawiec Jan 2026

Intrinsically Safe Pneumatic Seismic Source For Controlled Rock Mass ,Monitoring And Imaging In Underground Mining, Przemysław Sierodzki, Leszek Remiorz, Mateusz Ćwiękała, Krzysztof Krawiec

Journal of Sustainable Mining

This article explores the technical principles of pneumatic seismic sources, focusing on their application in underground mining operations, including environments prone to fire hazards. It introduces an intrinsically safe pneumatic seismic source as a cost-effective solution for quasi-continuous seismic excitation, useful for detecting stress concentrations in mining settings. These stress concentrations are identified through anomalies in seismic wave velocity, which may indicate potentially hazardous deformations in the rock mass. The developed system enables fully remote operation from the surface and integrates with a seismic monitoring system to capture high-resolution waveforms. The study provides an overview of the pneumatic system’s technical …

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Investigating Frozen Paste Surface Disposal As A Climate Change Adaptation Strategy: Case Study Of Mont-Wright Mine, Khalil Hashem, Agus P. Sasmito, Laxmi Sushama, Ferri Hassani, Mehrdad Kermani Jan 2026

Investigating Frozen Paste Surface Disposal As A Climate Change Adaptation Strategy: Case Study Of Mont-Wright Mine, Khalil Hashem, Agus P. Sasmito, Laxmi Sushama, Ferri Hassani, Mehrdad Kermani

Journal of Sustainable Mining

The mining industry faces evolving challenges in adapting to the impacts of climate change. Among these challenges is the management of tailings. This study focuses on investigating surface disposal of non-cemented paste tailings, particularly the effect of water content, freeze-thaw cycles (FTC, defined as freezing the sample to –20°C and thawing it to +20°C), and ambient temperature on the mechanical characteristics and thermophysical properties of paste tailings. The potential for maintaining non-cemented tailings in a frozen state year-round is also investigated through field-scale numerical simulations. Experiment results of thermophysical properties of tailings with water content, freeze-thaw cycles and ambient temperatures …

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Powering The Machine, Draining The Planet: Whether U.S. Environmental Law Is Equipped To Regulate The Energy And Water Demands Of Ai Data Centers, Michael Marcu Jan 2026

Powering The Machine, Draining The Planet: Whether U.S. Environmental Law Is Equipped To Regulate The Energy And Water Demands Of Ai Data Centers, Michael Marcu

Journal of Earth and Life Science

Artificial intelligence (AI) data centers have become one of the United States' fastest-growing and least-regulated sources of environmental stress. In 2024 alone, U.S. data centers consumed 183 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity more than the entire nation of Pakistan and consumed an estimated 17 billion gallons of water (IEA, 2025; Berkeley Lab, 2024). By 2030, electricity demand from these facilities is projected to reach 426 TWh, a 133% increase in six years (Pew Research Center, 2025). This paper examines whether the existing U.S. environmental regulatory framework put by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Clean Water Act (CWA), and the …

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Analysis Of Policies And Incentives For The Successful Implementation Of Hydrogen-Fueled Medium-Duty And Heavy-Duty Vehicles In Humboldt County, California, Alka Verma Jan 2026

Analysis Of Policies And Incentives For The Successful Implementation Of Hydrogen-Fueled Medium-Duty And Heavy-Duty Vehicles In Humboldt County, California, Alka Verma

Cal Poly Humboldt theses and projects

The 21st century has seen a significant rise in global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, with the transportation sector contributing 23% of these emissions. Medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles (MD/HD) are particularly impactful, accounting for over a quarter of transport-related emissions. In Humboldt County, California, transportation represents 53% of total emissions, with MD/HD vehicles being a major contributor. As light-duty vehicles shift to zero-emission alternatives, the MD/HD sector faces unique challenges. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles offer a promising solution, providing longer range, higher energy density, and quicker refueling compared to battery electric vehicles (BEVs). These features make hydrogen an attractive option for …

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Mechanisms Governing Co2 Mineral Trapping And Cementitious Activity Degradation Of Solid Waste-Based Backfill Materials, Liu Zhifei, Chen Qingting, Li Hongjie, Wang En, Zhao Heming Dec 2025

Mechanisms Governing Co2 Mineral Trapping And Cementitious Activity Degradation Of Solid Waste-Based Backfill Materials, Liu Zhifei, Chen Qingting, Li Hongjie, Wang En, Zhao Heming

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective This study investigated three types typical alkaline industrial solid waste: steel slag, fly ash, and bottom ash, highlighting the differences in their CO2 mineral trapping efficiency and the degradation patterns of their cementitious activity after carbon fixation. The purpose is to reveal the mechanisms underlying CO2 mineral trapping in solid waste and evaluate their application potential in backfill engineering, thereby promoting the synergistic development of industrial solid waste recycling and carbon emission reduction. Methods Through experiments on CO2 mineral trapping using the direct wet method, the kinetics and product characteristics of solid waste-CO2 interactions were …

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Investigating Surface-Borehole Transient Electromagnetic Responses From Veined Orebodies Considering Induced Polarization Effects, Li Jianhui, Wang Yao, Wang Wenchuang, Xie Shaojian, Zhu Siwei Dec 2025

Investigating Surface-Borehole Transient Electromagnetic Responses From Veined Orebodies Considering Induced Polarization Effects, Li Jianhui, Wang Yao, Wang Wenchuang, Xie Shaojian, Zhu Siwei

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The observational data derived using the surface-borehole transient electromagnetic (TEM) method tend to feature complex curve morphologies, a problem posing significant challenges to data processing and interpretation. This study aims to ascertain the mechanisms behind the generation of such complex responses using forward modeling.Methods Using the vector finite element-based spectral method and the Cole-Cole model, this study developed a 3D forward modeling technique incorporating the induced polarization (IP) effect. By constructing a typical theoretical model of low-resistivity veined orebodies, it systematically analyzed the electromotive force (EMF) responses excited by transmitter loops at different orientations. Results and Conclusions The …

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Coal Body Structure Identification Method Based On Bayesian-Optimized Cnn-Bilstm-Attention, Bian Huiyuan, Ji Jiajun, Duan Chaowei, Zhou Jun, Li Kun, Ma Yuhan Dec 2025

Coal Body Structure Identification Method Based On Bayesian-Optimized Cnn-Bilstm-Attention, Bian Huiyuan, Ji Jiajun, Duan Chaowei, Zhou Jun, Li Kun, Ma Yuhan

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background Coal-bearing basins contain primary and tectonically deformed coals due to multistage tectonic deformations. However, the gas-bearing properties of coal seams differ significantly due to varying pore and fracture densities, permeability, and mechanical properties. This makes coal structure assessment critical to coalbed methane (CBM) exploration and production. Objective and Method To enhance the accuracy and intelligence of coal structure identification, this study constructed a CNN-BiLSTM-Attention hybrid model that integrated a Bayesian optimization strategy. This model allowed for efficient fusion and representation of multi-scale log data by combining the local feature extraction capability of the convolutional neural network (CNN), the temporal …

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Self-Adaptive Inverse Wavefield Transform And Derived Pseudo-Wavefield Characteristics Under Roadway-Borehole Observation Of Transient Electromagnetic Data, Fan Kerui, Guo Jianlei, Wang Ruoyu, Zhuang Ming, Fan Fangze, Xu Sheng, Zhao Wentao Dec 2025

Self-Adaptive Inverse Wavefield Transform And Derived Pseudo-Wavefield Characteristics Under Roadway-Borehole Observation Of Transient Electromagnetic Data, Fan Kerui, Guo Jianlei, Wang Ruoyu, Zhuang Ming, Fan Fangze, Xu Sheng, Zhao Wentao

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective To address the challenge of detecting aquifers outside the roadway excavation contour, this study combined the close-range detection via roadway-borehole transient electromagnetic (TEM) method with the wavefield transform. This will help simultaneously receive detection signals in front of the mining face and outside the roadway excavation contour while also highlighting the boundary information of aquifers. Moreover, to obtain a pseudo-wavefield featuring both reasonable kinematic characteristics and high sensitivity to changes in the electrical structures of strata, this study proposed a self-adaptive algorithm of inverse wavefield transform, thereby improving the accuracy and efficiency of the inverse wavefield transform of roadway-borehole …

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Differences In Gas-Bearing Properties Of Deep And Shallow Coal Reservoirs And Their Implications For Coalbed Methane Production In The Western Section Of The Southern Margin Of The Junggar Basin, Xinjiang, Mi Julei, Zhao Changyong, Yang Zhaobiao, Wang Pengli, Li Erting, Zhang Baoxin, Bai Haifeng, Gao Xiuwei, Wang Jianan Dec 2025

Differences In Gas-Bearing Properties Of Deep And Shallow Coal Reservoirs And Their Implications For Coalbed Methane Production In The Western Section Of The Southern Margin Of The Junggar Basin, Xinjiang, Mi Julei, Zhao Changyong, Yang Zhaobiao, Wang Pengli, Li Erting, Zhang Baoxin, Bai Haifeng, Gao Xiuwei, Wang Jianan

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background In recent years, breakthroughs have been constantly achieved in the production of coalbed methane (CBM) at burial depths exceeding 2 000 m in China, with the gas-bearing properties of coal reservoirs identified as a primary geological parameter controlling the CBM production. The western section of the southern margin of the Junggar Basin (also referred to as the study area) hosts abundant CBM resources. In this section, the burial depths of extensive coal seams exceed 2 000 m. However, limited explorations of deep coal reservoirs have restricted a systematic understanding of the gas-bearing properties of coal reservoirs in the study …

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Performance And Migration Path Tracing Of Magnetic Grouts For Fractured Rock Masses, Shang Hongbo, Wang Hao, Wang Xiaodong, Qiao Wei, Wang Tiantian, Sun Junqing, Sun Jie Dec 2025

Performance And Migration Path Tracing Of Magnetic Grouts For Fractured Rock Masses, Shang Hongbo, Wang Hao, Wang Xiaodong, Qiao Wei, Wang Tiantian, Sun Junqing, Sun Jie

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective For coal mining areas in the middle reaches of the Yellow River basin, sealing mining-induced fractures via grouting serves as an effective approach to preventing water inrushes from coal seam roofs while also protecting groundwater resources. However, accurately identifying the migration paths of grouts remains a bottleneck for the further application of grouting modification technology to fractured rock masses. Methods This study investigated a coal mine threatened by both water inrushes from the coal seam roof and a short supply of water resources within the Jurassic coalfield in the middle reaches of the Yellow River basin, focusing on the …

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An Automated Attitude Control Method For The Rotary Steerable System And Its Validation Through Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Zhang Nan, Ren Bai’An, Li Fei, Liu Ziqi, Lyu Fangxing Dec 2025

An Automated Attitude Control Method For The Rotary Steerable System And Its Validation Through Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Zhang Nan, Ren Bai’An, Li Fei, Liu Ziqi, Lyu Fangxing

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The traditional manual control mode of a rotary steerable system (RSS) faces challenges, including response delay and low control efficiency. To address these challenges, this study proposed a closed-loop automated attitude control method for the RSS and verified its effectiveness through hardware-in-loop (HIL) simulation. Methods This study focuses on the drilling process of a point-the-bit RSS. In the case of deviations between measured and target attitudes, the control parameters were calculated based on the deviation signals using a closed-loop controller, driving the RSS actuator to conduct trajectory correction. Afterward, the actual attitude was yielded and then entered the input …

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Multi-Field Coupling-Based Numerical Simulations Of Co2 Storage In Saline Aquifers: A Case Study Of The Dingji Coal Mine, Huainan Mining Area, Li Dianshang, Zheng Sijian, Liao Qingfa, Miao Wei, Tian Yuchen, Zhang Helong, Liu Yanzhi, Liu Shiqi Dec 2025

Multi-Field Coupling-Based Numerical Simulations Of Co2 Storage In Saline Aquifers: A Case Study Of The Dingji Coal Mine, Huainan Mining Area, Li Dianshang, Zheng Sijian, Liao Qingfa, Miao Wei, Tian Yuchen, Zhang Helong, Liu Yanzhi, Liu Shiqi

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background Saline aquifers are characterized by extensive distribution, abundant reserves, and substantial potential for CO2 storage, establishing them as the most promising geological media for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). CO2 storage in saline aquifers plays a crucial role in mitigating the greenhouse effect and achieving the goals of peak carbon dioxide emissions and carbon neutrality. Thoroughly investigating CO2 storage in deep saline aquifers within the Huainan mining area helps alleviate the regional pressure of carbon emission reduction while also providing important support for expanding the technical pathways of CCUS and promoting its engineering applications. Methods …

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Co2-Water Displacement Characteristics Of Saturated Sandstones With Different Pore Structures, Liu Ting, Li Jinglin, Li Yi, Dan Wendong, Diao Yujie, Ma Xin Dec 2025

Co2-Water Displacement Characteristics Of Saturated Sandstones With Different Pore Structures, Liu Ting, Li Jinglin, Li Yi, Dan Wendong, Diao Yujie, Ma Xin

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The pore structures of clastics play a crucial role in assessing the potential of saline aquifers for geologic CO2 sequestration. Current studies on pore structures during CO2 sequestration focus primarily on artificial cores. However, compared to artificial cores, natural cores feature more complex pore size distributions and stronger heterogeneity. Methods This study examined a natural core from deep reservoirs in the Ordos Basin and two artificial cores with different porosities through CO2-water displacement experiments under water-saturated conditions. Using a nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analysis and imaging system for multiphase fluid displacement, this study analyzed the …

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Key Technical Difficulties, Challenges, And Prospects Of Geologic Co2 Sequestration In Saline Aquifers, Wei Hengfei, Shi Junjie, Nie Xiaodong, Fang Jie, Chen Jing, Zhao Yue, Sun Dawei, Li Xin, Zhang Yong, Guo Pei Dec 2025

Key Technical Difficulties, Challenges, And Prospects Of Geologic Co2 Sequestration In Saline Aquifers, Wei Hengfei, Shi Junjie, Nie Xiaodong, Fang Jie, Chen Jing, Zhao Yue, Sun Dawei, Li Xin, Zhang Yong, Guo Pei

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background and Method Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology represents the primary technical direction for large-scale carbon emission reduction. Among various CCS techniques, geologic CO2 sequestration in saline aquifers holds great potential, establishing it as a major technique for future carbon storage. Based on a review of the current status of research on global geologic CO2 sequestration in saline aquifers, this study comprehensively analyzed the technical difficulties, challenges, and prospects of this technology, focusing on the dilemma of the application of this technology under complex geological conditions in China. Results and Conclusions A huge gap in both the …

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Advances In Research On The Policies, Technologies, And Demonstration Projects Of Geologic Co2 Sequestration In China, Zhao Yue, Yang Xuechao, Chen Xiaodong, Chang Jia, Wei Hengfei, Liu Zhibang, Liu Hui Dec 2025

Advances In Research On The Policies, Technologies, And Demonstration Projects Of Geologic Co2 Sequestration In China, Zhao Yue, Yang Xuechao, Chen Xiaodong, Chang Jia, Wei Hengfei, Liu Zhibang, Liu Hui

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) is considered a key technology to promote large-scale carbon dioxide (CO2) emission reduction. Against the backdrop of achieving its goals of carbon neutrality and peak carbon dioxide emissions, China faces a tremendous challenge of CO2 emission reduction. This situation will provide new driving forces for the development of geologic CO2 sequestration while also imposing higher requirements for technical innovation and industrialization of the technology. Methods and Advances This study systematically reviews the development process of policies on CCUS of China over the past two decades, with over 30 policies …

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Impacts Of Anti-Rock Burst Multistage Hydraulic Fracturing Using Horizontal Wells On Mining Roadways And Fracture Control Techniques: A Case Study Of Mining Facein The Zhaoxian Coal Mine, Shaanxi Province, Liu Xiugang, Jiang Zaibing, Yang Juan, Liu Mingjun, Pang Tao, Wu Weixing, Tu Xiaolong, Mo Haitao, Guo Xiaolong, Du Xinfeng Dec 2025

Impacts Of Anti-Rock Burst Multistage Hydraulic Fracturing Using Horizontal Wells On Mining Roadways And Fracture Control Techniques: A Case Study Of Mining Facein The Zhaoxian Coal Mine, Shaanxi Province, Liu Xiugang, Jiang Zaibing, Yang Juan, Liu Mingjun, Pang Tao, Wu Weixing, Tu Xiaolong, Mo Haitao, Guo Xiaolong, Du Xinfeng

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Surface multistage hydraulic fracturing of hard roofs using horizontal wells serves as an important technique for rock burst control in mines. However, fracturing technique under improper control might pose adverse impacts on excavated mining roadways underground, causing roadway deformation, mesh failure with block falling, and the flow of fracturing fluids into the roadways. Methods This study investigated certain mining face of the Zhaoxian Coal Mine in the Yonglong mining area, Shaanxi Province. Targeting different characteristics and phenomena of roadways following hydraulic fracturing, this study analyzed the reasons why fracturing fluids flowed into roadways during hydraulic fracturing using theoretical analysis, …

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Lithofacies Paleogeography Of The Ordovician Kelimoli-Lashizhong Formations Along The Western Margin Of The Ordos Basin, Wang Weibin, Ma Zhanrong, Hu Aiping, Zhang Qian, Li Wenhou, Chen Qiang, Ma Yao, Wang Yanbo Dec 2025

Lithofacies Paleogeography Of The Ordovician Kelimoli-Lashizhong Formations Along The Western Margin Of The Ordos Basin, Wang Weibin, Ma Zhanrong, Hu Aiping, Zhang Qian, Li Wenhou, Chen Qiang, Ma Yao, Wang Yanbo

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The period during the deposition of the Middle-Late Ordovician Kelimoli-Lashizhong formations witnessed a key transition of the tectonic framework along the western margin of the Ordos Basin. Investigating the lithofacies paleogeography of these formations can reveal the tectono-sedimentary responses during this period, thereby providing a basis for the resource potential prediction, exploration, and exploitation of natural gas in the study area. Methods Using field section observations, core observations, and log interpretations, as well as previous research results, this study comprehensively analyzed the Middle-Late Ordovician strata in the Ordos Basin from the perspectives of stratigraphy, sedimentary system division, and sedimentary …

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Intelligent Lithology Identification While Drilling Using Bilstm Integrating Attention Mechanism, Wang Xi, Peng Fengjia, Li Siyang, Guo Xiao, Zhang Feifei, Ran Xiaofeng, Zhang Cong Dec 2025

Intelligent Lithology Identification While Drilling Using Bilstm Integrating Attention Mechanism, Wang Xi, Peng Fengjia, Li Siyang, Guo Xiao, Zhang Feifei, Ran Xiaofeng, Zhang Cong

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Vibration signals while drilling reflect the physical properties and microstructural characteristics of rocks, providing a valuable basis for real-time lithology identification. However, existing models suffer from limited accuracy and robustness due to the low dimensionality of signal features and the class imbalance induced by variations in the rock layer thickness. Methods To overcome these limitations, this study proposed a novel lithology identification method based on a bidirectional long short-term memory (BiLSTM) network that integrates attention mechanism (also referred to as the BiLSTM-Attention). This approach incorporates automated feature extraction and class weight adjustment strategies to enhance both the classification performance …

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Uniqueness And Prospects Of Co2 Sequestration In Basalts, Hu Chenlin, Sang Shuxun, Li Xin, Rui Zhenhua, Liu Shiqi, Wang Ziqiang, Xie An, Yu Huan Dec 2025

Uniqueness And Prospects Of Co2 Sequestration In Basalts, Hu Chenlin, Sang Shuxun, Li Xin, Rui Zhenhua, Liu Shiqi, Wang Ziqiang, Xie An, Yu Huan

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Method CO2 sequestration in basalts offers advantages such as permanent carbonation and elevated safety. Based on literature review and case studies, this study compared the CO2 sequestration performance of basalts, clastic rocks, and carbonate rocks. Accordingly, the pros and cons of technologies for CO2 sequestration in these rocks were determined, and the dominant mechanisms underlying the CO2 sequestration were identified. By revealing the characteristics of CO2 sequestration in the three rock types based on representative projects and tests, this study conducted a comparative analysis of the mechanisms, conditions, technologies, potential, and siting for …

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Application Of Seismic-While-Tunnelling Detection In The Identification Of Densely Distributed Sub-Seismic Faults, Li Haodang, Li Kang, Chen Jian, Song Xiaozhong, Jin Dan, Wang Baoli Dec 2025

Application Of Seismic-While-Tunnelling Detection In The Identification Of Densely Distributed Sub-Seismic Faults, Li Haodang, Li Kang, Chen Jian, Song Xiaozhong, Jin Dan, Wang Baoli

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Method Densely distributed sub-seismic faults have emerged as a major hidden disaster-causing geological factor, heavily influencing both the production efficiency and operational safety of coal mines. To achieve precise advance detection of underground sub-seismic faults in coal mines, this study designed a geological model. Using seismic-while-tunneling (SWT) advance detection technology for roadways of coal mines, this study investigated the geological situation of sub-seismic faults through forward modeling. Furthermore, it explored the seismic image characteristics of these faults obtained using the SWT observation system under varying survey line lengths and geophone spacing values. Results and Conclusions The forward modeling …

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Coal Geology & Exploration

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A Method For Advance Detection Of Underground Concealed Water Hazards In Coal Mines Based On Borehole Transient Electromagnetic Method And Vector Synthesis, Fan Tao, Hao Yue, Li Ping, Zhao Rui, Liu Zaibin, Ma Liang, Li Peng, Yan Junsheng Dec 2025

A Method For Advance Detection Of Underground Concealed Water Hazards In Coal Mines Based On Borehole Transient Electromagnetic Method And Vector Synthesis, Fan Tao, Hao Yue, Li Ping, Zhao Rui, Liu Zaibin, Ma Liang, Li Peng, Yan Junsheng

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background The advance detection of underground concealed water hazards in coal mines is crucial to ensuring the safe and efficient roadway tunneling. The borehole transient electromagnetic (TEM) method allows for long-distance advance detection. However, due to the limitation of the spatial structure of boreholes, currently available techniques can only effectively identify low-resistivity anomalies (e.g., water-bearing structures) in the radial direction, leaving blind areas in the primary tunneling direction (i.e., the axial direction of boreholes). Objective and Method To address this challenge, this study proposed a method for the advance detection of concealed water hazards in the axial direction of boreholes …

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A Simulation Study On A Dual-Borehole Dc Resistivity System For Advance Detection Under Varying Angles, Zhou Guanqun, Xu Shaotian, Zhang Weixin, Wang Yafei, Wu Xiaoping, Hu Xiongwu, Chen Xinghai, Cao Yu Dec 2025

A Simulation Study On A Dual-Borehole Dc Resistivity System For Advance Detection Under Varying Angles, Zhou Guanqun, Xu Shaotian, Zhang Weixin, Wang Yafei, Wu Xiaoping, Hu Xiongwu, Chen Xinghai, Cao Yu

Coal Geology & Exploration

Significance Mine direct current (DC) methods, an efficient geophysical exploration technique, can be used to identify and delineate underground electrical resistivity anomalies, serving as a critical means for the advance detection of water-bearing or hydraulically conductive structures ahead of the mining face. Methods By combining the water exploration and discharge boreholes commonly used in coal mining and making reference to the observation system of the ground-based cross-borehole DC resistivity CT method, this study devised a dual-borehole DC resistivity observation system for advance detection. Through numerical simulation using the COMSOL software, this study constructed a homogeneous full-space model, in which a …

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Logging-While-Drilling Azimuthal Electromagnetic Measurements For High-Resistivity Coal Seams, Zhao Weina, Zheng Dongfang, Ai Weiping, Xie Xia Dec 2025

Logging-While-Drilling Azimuthal Electromagnetic Measurements For High-Resistivity Coal Seams, Zhao Weina, Zheng Dongfang, Ai Weiping, Xie Xia

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Method To determine the boundary detection capability of logging-while-drilling (LWD) electromagnetic azimuthal measurements for high-resistivity coal mines, this study simulated geosignal responses under varying operating frequencies, transmitter-receiver coil spacing conditions, and formation resistivity values. Then, key parameters for boundary detection for high-resistivity coal seams were optimized. Accordingly, this study proposed design schemes for LWD instruments with short (< 80 inches) and long (approximately 240 inches) transmitter-receiver coil spacing for short-distance (2.032 m) and long-distance (6.096 m) detection, respectively. Results and Conclusions LWD electromagnetic azimuthal measurements exhibit a significantly decreased depth of detection (DOD) in high-resistivity coal seams compared to that in low-resistivity hydrocarbon reservoirs. Consequently, the existing methods for selecting the operating frequency and transmitter-receiver coil spacing are …

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Application Of Long-Distance Tunneling And Detection For Advance Detection In Excavation Using Shield Tunneling Machines, Chen Chao, Li Ping, Li Wei, Wei Rong Dec 2025

Application Of Long-Distance Tunneling And Detection For Advance Detection In Excavation Using Shield Tunneling Machines, Chen Chao, Li Ping, Li Wei, Wei Rong

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Method During the rapid excavation process using shield tunneling machines in coal mines, the advance detection of concealed geological anomalies encounters challenges of limited space and insufficient accuracy. To overcome these issues, this study investigated highly-located drainage roadway 3211 in the Tiandi Wangpo Coal Mine in Jincheng City, Shanxi Province using the long-distance tunneling and detection technology, the core of which is long directional boreholes combined with comprehensive borehole geophysical prospecting. This roadway is located in the roof of the No.3 coal seam, and it is necessary to conduct shield construction in the stable sandstone layer located from …

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Structural Evolution And Spontaneous Combustion And Activation Mechanisms Of Coals Treated Under Inert Atmospheres In A Coal Mine Goaf, Zhang Leilin, Li Wanting, Wen Chenchen Dec 2025

Structural Evolution And Spontaneous Combustion And Activation Mechanisms Of Coals Treated Under Inert Atmospheres In A Coal Mine Goaf, Zhang Leilin, Li Wanting, Wen Chenchen

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective When used for the treatment of fire zones in deep coal mine goafs, low-oxygen and inertization techniques suffer from a scientifically blind spot, i.e., the fire prevention and control bottleneck caused by a high susceptibility to re-ignition of coals after being treated with high-temperature, low-oxygen (or inert) gas. To overcome this limitation, this study aims to systematically determine the mechanisms by which the evolution of the physical and chemical structures of coals after heat treatment under different atmospheres influences their spontaneous combustion and activation behavior. The purpose is to provide theoretical support for the treatment and safe opening of …

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A Method For Interpretating Acoustic Reflection Imaging Logging Data Of Fractured-Vuggy Reservoirs Based On Their Theoretical Response Characteristics, Huang Ruokun, Jiang Kai, Wu Xingneng, Ma Kunyu, Su Yuanda, Wang Bing, Chen Xu Dec 2025

A Method For Interpretating Acoustic Reflection Imaging Logging Data Of Fractured-Vuggy Reservoirs Based On Their Theoretical Response Characteristics, Huang Ruokun, Jiang Kai, Wu Xingneng, Ma Kunyu, Su Yuanda, Wang Bing, Chen Xu

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective During the exploration and development of fractured-vuggy carbonate reservoirs, acoustic reflection imaging logging technology enables the detection of fractured-vuggy bodies around wells. However, this technology suffers from unclear response characteristics and a strong multiplicity of solutions. Focusing on the Tarim Oilfield, this study aims to establish a tailored interpretation method by integrating geological and geophysical characteristics. The purpose is to enhance the identification accuracy and reliability of fractured-vuggy bodies in these reservoirs. Methods Based on the distribution characteristics of fractured-vuggy carbonate reservoirs in the Tarim Oilfield, this study established the numerical simulation models of three typical fractured-vuggy bodies: inter-breccia …

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Fructure Mechanisms And Fracture Distribution Patterns Of Main Roofs In Goaves Within Abandoned Mines, Tao Xuefeng, Shi Biming, Hua Xinzhu, Lin Baiquan, Yue Jiwei, Liang Yuehui, Zhang Chengcheng, Qin Hao, Yang Yong, Xue Yonglin Dec 2025

Fructure Mechanisms And Fracture Distribution Patterns Of Main Roofs In Goaves Within Abandoned Mines, Tao Xuefeng, Shi Biming, Hua Xinzhu, Lin Baiquan, Yue Jiwei, Liang Yuehui, Zhang Chengcheng, Qin Hao, Yang Yong, Xue Yonglin

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective In abandoned mines, the storage zones of free gas are closely associated with overburden fractures in goaves. To accurately estimate free gas resources in abandoned mines, it is necessary to thoroughly investigate the rupture mechanisms of blocks in main roofs in goaves, as well as the overburden fractures and rupture trace morphologies in goaves. Methods Based on the masonry beam theory, this study established a mechanical model for the primary cantilever beam of a main roof. The analytical solutions of the stress components in the primary cantilever beam were analyzed using the stress inverse method, and the mathematical expression …

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Numerical Simulations Of Dynamic Rock Damage Under Laser-Induced Shock Waves, Xu Yuelin, Qin Enwei, Li Wei, Wang Ying Dec 2025

Numerical Simulations Of Dynamic Rock Damage Under Laser-Induced Shock Waves, Xu Yuelin, Qin Enwei, Li Wei, Wang Ying

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective Traditional laser thermal rock breaking technologies suffer from high energy consumption and a limited damage depth. To overcome these challenges, this study proposed a novel mechanical rock breaking method based on high-pressure plasma shock waves induced by short pulsed lasers, aiming to transform a thermodynamics-dominated rock breaking mechanism into a dynamics-dominated mechanism. Methods and Results Under the Abaqus/Explicit explicit dynamics framework, this study constructed a finite element model to simulate the interactions between nanosecond laser-induced shock waves and rocks. The accurate loading of shock wave pressure in the spatial and temporal domains was achieved using the VDLOAD user subroutine. …

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