Discovery And Implications For Ore Prospecting Of Gravitational Gliding Structures In The Lutang Coal-Based Graphite Mining Area, Hunan Province, China,
2026
Geophysics and Geochemistry Survery Institute of Hunan Province, Changsha 410114, China
Discovery And Implications For Ore Prospecting Of Gravitational Gliding Structures In The Lutang Coal-Based Graphite Mining Area, Hunan Province, China, Xiao Jincheng, Lu Jiang, Liu Zhiyu, Zhu Linying, Xiao Haibin, Li Long, Xiao Jing
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background Data from previous exploration and studies indicate that the Lutang coal-based graphite mining area in Hunan Province falls within the Lutang-Shatian synclinorium in terms of tectonic location, with coal-bearing strata dominated by the upper member of the Upper Permian Longtan Formation. Influenced by the intrusion of granites, coal seams adjacent to the Qitianling pluton on the eastern flank of the mining area have undergone contact metamorphism, forming coal-based graphite. Previous exploration results suggest that the Qitianling pluton has a maximum burial depth measured at an elevation of 0 m or less. However, with constant underground exposure in mines, previous …
Comparison Of Log-Based Coal Structure Identification Methods For Structurally Complex Areas: A Case Study Of The Huainan Mining Area,
2026
Key Laboratory of Coalbed Methane Resources & Reservoir Formation Process, Ministry of Education, Xuzhou 221008, China;School of Resources and Geosciences, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China
Comparison Of Log-Based Coal Structure Identification Methods For Structurally Complex Areas: A Case Study Of The Huainan Mining Area, Zhang Zixin, Zhou Xiaozhi, Chen Xuehua
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective CO2 displacing coalbed methane (CBM) provides substantial environmental and energy benefits. However, differences in coal structures represent a key geological factor influencing the effectiveness of this technique. Constrained by the complex geological conditions for CBM occurrence and the impacts of multiple factors on the log responses of coal structures, traditional log-based methods for coal structure identification face challenges such as much human intervention, complex feature engineering, and poor adaptability. This study aims to achieve effective identification of complex coal structures within a single coal seam. Methods An asymmetric convolution kernel-based convolutional neural network (CNN) model for coal structure …
Heterogeneity And Its Controlling Effect On Coalbed Methane Productivity For Deep Coal Reservoirs In The Northern Part Of The Eastern Margin Of The Ordos Basin,
2026
School of Energy Resources, China University of Geosciences (Beijing), Beijing 100083, China;Shanxi Center of Technology Innovation for Coal Measure Mineral Resources Comprehensive Exploration, Taiyuan 030000, China
Heterogeneity And Its Controlling Effect On Coalbed Methane Productivity For Deep Coal Reservoirs In The Northern Part Of The Eastern Margin Of The Ordos Basin, Xi Zhaodong, Tang Shuheng, Wu Jian, Zhang Songhang, Zhao Hang, Chen Jiang, Li Yanfei
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective With the continuous advancement in the exploration and exploitation of coalbed methane (CBM), the focus of research and practices is gradually shifting from shallow to deep parts. Deep CBM, an important unconventional natural gas resource, has become a strategic replacement to ensure energy security and prompt industrial development in China. However, deep coal reservoirs exhibit strong heterogeneities, posing a core geological challenge to their efficient exploration and development. Methods This study investigated the deep No. 8 coal seam in the northern part of the eastern margin of the Ordos Basin. By integrating multiple technical methods, including geostatistics, spatial interpolation, …
Helium Origin And Primary Factors Controlling Helium Enrichment For Bauxite Gas Reservoirs In The Longdong Area, Ordos Basin,
2026
Department of Geology, Northwest University, State Key Laboratory of Continental Evolution and Early Life, Xi’an 710069, China
Helium Origin And Primary Factors Controlling Helium Enrichment For Bauxite Gas Reservoirs In The Longdong Area, Ordos Basin, Chen Keyu, Wang Xiaofeng, Liu Wenhui, Zhang Dongdong, Li Xiaofu
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective Significant breakthroughs have been achieved in the exploration of bauxite gas reservoirs in the Taiyuan Formation, Longdong area, Ordos Basin. Bauxites are generally considered to hold great helium generation potential due to their relatively high uranium (U) and thorium (Th) contents. However, there remains a lack of quantitative studies on their actual contribution to helium abundance in natural gas in the area. Methods To determine dominant helium source rocks and mechanisms behind helium enrichment, this study investigated the bauxite gas reservoirs within the Taiyuan Formation in the Longdong area. Through analyses of the composition, carbon isotopes, and noble gas …
Damage And Fracture Field Evolution In The Overburden Of An Extremely Thick Coal Seam Under Multi-Layered Fully Mechanized Top-Coal Caving Mining,
2026
School of Energy and Mining, China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing), Beijing 100083, China
Damage And Fracture Field Evolution In The Overburden Of An Extremely Thick Coal Seam Under Multi-Layered Fully Mechanized Top-Coal Caving Mining, Zhang Cun, Fan Baiqiang, Ren Yiming, Zhao Ruihang, Peng Baoshan, Pan Weidong, Liu Shiqi
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective Multi-layered fully mechanized top-coal caving mining represents a primary method for exploiting extremely thick coal seams. Quantitatively characterizing the damage patterns and fracture field evolution characteristics of the overburden in stopes subjected to high-intensity layered mining is critical to the safe production of coal mines. Methods The extremely thick B1 coal seam (average thickness: 53.59 m) in the No. 2 mine of the Dajing mining area in the Zhundong coalfield was selected as the engineering background. By integrating physical simulation using similar materials and numerical simulation, this study revealed the geometric and fractal characteristics of damage to the overburden …
Triaxial Shear Test-Derived Strength Model Of Deeply Buried Frozen Calcareous Clay Incorporating The Effect Of Unfrozen Water Content,
2026
School of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Anhui University of Science & Technology, Huainan 232001, China;Engineering Research Center of Underground Mine Construction, Ministry of Education, Anhui University of Science & Technology, Huainan 232001, China
Triaxial Shear Test-Derived Strength Model Of Deeply Buried Frozen Calcareous Clay Incorporating The Effect Of Unfrozen Water Content, Xing Lezhang, Rong Chuanxin, Chang Lei, Wang Bin, Deng Jiyuan
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background The Huanghuai mining area represents an important coal base in eastern China. However, the Cenozoic calcareous clay in the area exhibits high plasticity, low permeability, and potential expansion and deformation during freezing, leading to unstable freezing performance. Consequently, artificial ground freezing (AGF) in the area generally faces a risk of cost surge or out of control due to the excessive thickness or limited strength of frozen walls.Methods This study investigated calcareous clay remolded based on soil samples from the Huanghuai mining area. Using a low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (LF-NMR) spectrometer and a high-pressure triaxial system, this study systematically …
Bp-Kan-Based Inversion Imaging For Borehole Resistivity Method And Its Application,
2026
Inner Mongolia Research Institute, China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing), Ordos 017000, China;College of Geoscience and Surveying Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing), Beijing 100083, China
Bp-Kan-Based Inversion Imaging For Borehole Resistivity Method And Its Application, Xu Zhongzhong, Yin Longlong, Cheng Jiulong, Xu Jinpeng, Lu Cunjin, Zhao Hongpeng
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective In the monitoring of coal seam mining-induced deformation and failure of surrounding rocks, the borehole resistivity method stands out due to its capacity for dynamic, three-dimensional (3D) full-space measurements. However, conventional resistivity inversion for the method is generally carried out using the least squares algorithm, leading to limited accuracy in practical engineering. In recent years, neural network-based inversion has demonstrated the potential for addressing this challenge, while its performance is yet to be further improved. Methods In this context, inversion imaging based on a back propagation-Kolmogorov-Arnold network (BP-KAN) was proposed for the borehole resistivity method, aiming to accurately monitor …
Design Of An Intelligent Failure Diagnosis And Early Warning System For Tunnel Drilling Rigs In Coal Mines,
2026
School of Artificial Intelligence and Automation, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China;CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China
Design Of An Intelligent Failure Diagnosis And Early Warning System For Tunnel Drilling Rigs In Coal Mines, Song Haitao, Zhang Naiwen, Han Jian, Wu Min
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective In coal mines, harsh environments and complex geological conditions underground lead to frequent failures of tunnel drilling rigs. However, conventional techniques for failure diagnosis and early warning suffer from limitations in diagnostic accuracy, real-time performance, and interpretability. Therefore, these techniques are insufficient for both the rapid identification of the anomalous status of tunnel drilling rigs and the early warning of their potential failures. Methods Considering the complex underground environments in coal mines, this study developed an intelligent failure diagnosis and early warning system for tunnel drilling rigs in coal mines, placing a particular emphasis on key technologies for failure …
A Method For Optimizing The Digital Twin Model Of The Mechanical-Electro-Hydraulic System Of Cantilever Tunnel Boring Machines,
2026
School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi’an University of Science and Technology, Xi’an 710054, China;Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Mine Electromechanical Equipment Intelligent Detection and Control, Xi’an 710054, China
A Method For Optimizing The Digital Twin Model Of The Mechanical-Electro-Hydraulic System Of Cantilever Tunnel Boring Machines, Wang Yan, Jia Zeyu, Zhao Yihui, Wei Shirui, Zhang Xuhui, Zhao Youjun, Han Xiao
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective Cantilever roadheaders represent roadway tunnelling equipment that integrates the deep coupling of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and their control accuracy directly determines the forming quality of roadways.Methods Cantilever roadheaders involve nonlinear mechanical motion, hydraulic control, and cutting load, rendering it challenging to establish accurate control models. Using the philosophy of digital twin modeling, this study developed a method for optimizing the digital twin model of the mechanical-electro-hydraulic system of cantilever roadheaders based on virtual-physical consistency evaluation. Specifically, a digital twin model of the mechanical-electro-hydraulic system was developed using multi-domain co-simulation between AMESim and Simulink. This model allows …
Policy Reflections On Promoting Strategic Oriented Basic Research In China: Insights From The U. S. Department Of Energy’S Basic Research Funding System,
2026
School of Public Policy and Management, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China
Policy Reflections On Promoting Strategic Oriented Basic Research In China: Insights From The U. S. Department Of Energy’S Basic Research Funding System, You Yu, Yun Liu, Wenneng Zhou
Bulletin of Chinese Academy of Sciences (Chinese Version)
Strategy-oriented basic research is a key pathway to driving major original breakthroughs at the frontiers of science, serving national strategic needs, and securing a leading position in global science and technology. It is also a vital pillar for achieving high-level self-reliance and self-strengthening in science and technology and enhancing the capacity for original innovation. Faced with the urgent need to build a science and technology powerhouse and achieve breakthroughs in key core technologies, China has gradually improved its organizational framework for advancing strategy-oriented basic research and has established a solid foundation for policy support and resource allocation. Nevertheless, when measured …
Critical Assessment On Challenges And Advances In Coal Pillar Strength Estimation Techniques: A Focus On Geological Discontinuities,
2026
National Institute of Technology Rourkela, Department of Mining Engineering, India
Critical Assessment On Challenges And Advances In Coal Pillar Strength Estimation Techniques: A Focus On Geological Discontinuities, Abhishek Kumar Singh, Sahendra Ram
Journal of Sustainable Mining
Accurate estimation of coal pillar strength is essential for ensuring safety and operational efficiency in underground mining. Current assessment methods often face limitations in addressing time-dependent failure mechanisms, geological discontinuities, and dynamic loading conditions. This paper identifies future research directions aimed at enhancing the reliability of pillar strength evaluations. One important focus is the development of advanced numerical models that account for time-dependent behaviours such as creep and fatigue. Incorporating multi-scale modelling techniques, which connect micro-scale material responses to macro-scale structural performance, may lead to more precise predictions. The integration of real-time monitoring systems measuring stress, deformation, and environmental factors …
How Important Is Clean Energy To Utahns?,
2026
Utah State University
How Important Is Clean Energy To Utahns?, Elizabeth Brunner, Stacia Ryder
Utah People and Environment Poll (UPEP)
Utah's energy mix has changed significantly over the past several decades as it has moved to cleaner forms of generation. For example, according to the Energy Information Administration, in 2024, coal fueled about 45% of Utah's total electricity net generation, down from 75% in 2015. As can be seen in the chart below, the state anticipates demand growth, with further reductions in coal alongside a significant increase in solar, storage, and natural gas by 2032. Though not represented in these charts, plans for nuclear power generation have been proposed in Brigham City as well as outside of Green River. Utah …
Table Of Contents,
2026
China Coal Technology and Engineering Group (CCTEG)
Research And Empirical Validation Of The Application Modes Of Multimodal Large Language Models For Coal Mines,
2026
State Key Laboratory of Digital Intelligent Technology for Unmanned Coal Minings, Beijing 100013, China
Research And Empirical Validation Of The Application Modes Of Multimodal Large Language Models For Coal Mines, Wang Guofa, Wang Jingyi, Liu Shuang, Xu Zhe, Liu Mingrui
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective Under the technological backdrop of large language models (LLMs), big data, and knowledge fusion, multimodal LLMs have found rapid application across traditional industries, including coal mining. However, the successful implementation and sustained operation of these models remain challenging. To address issues concerning the implementation and usage of multimodal LLMs in the construction of intelligent coal mines, this study conducted a multi-dimensional survey of multimodal LLM applications in coal mines, aiming to establish an LLM application paradigm that is suitable for the current management status and organizational structures for safe coal mining. Method Using content analysis, case analysis, and empirical …
Advances In Research On Methods For Intelligent Identification Of Seismic Facies,
2026
State Key Laboratory of Geohazard Prevention and Geoenvironment Protection, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu 610059, China;College of Geophysics, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu 610059, China
Advances In Research On Methods For Intelligent Identification Of Seismic Facies, Liu Xingye, Yu Peilin, He Hengjun
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background The intelligent identification of seismic facies can significantly improve the efficiency of sedimentary system characterization and hydrocarbon reservoir interpretation. However, influenced by factors such as non-stationary geological bodies, high costs of sample labeling, and limited training samples, conventional methods for intelligent identification are generally insufficient to achieve high identification accuracy and widespread application concurrently. Advances This study presents a systematic review of three types of technologies for the intelligent identification of seismic facies, namely unsupervised, supervised, and semi-supervised learning, with each type including deep learning methods. The three technological types are comparatively verified using 3D seismic data from a …
A Method For 3d Model Reconstruction Of Large-Diameter Rescue Wells Based On Multiple Cameras,
2026
National Engineering Research Center of Highway Maintenance Equipment, Chang’an University, Xi’an 710064, China;Key Laboratory of Intelligent Manufacturing of Construction Machinery, Anhui Jianzhu University, Hefei 230601, China
A Method For 3d Model Reconstruction Of Large-Diameter Rescue Wells Based On Multiple Cameras, Gu Hairong, Wang Boyang, Yang Wenjuan, Tong Yubo, Wang Jiaxi, Sun Lishun
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective Surface drilling for mine rescue represents a critical technique in the emergency rescue system against mine disasters. To accurately assess the passability of large-diameter rescue wells during rescue operations, it is essential to build precise 3D models of the rescue wells for rapid reconstruction of rescue scenarios. Methods Based on the theory of multi-camera-based 3D model reconstruction, this study investigated the method of arranging four Intel D435i cameras within a large-diameter rescue well. Accordingly, a multi-camera-based 3D model reconstruction system for a large-diameter rescue well was established, involving the joint calibration of the camera array and the selection of …
Advances In Regional Fracturing Technology Using Underground Long Directional Boreholes For The Prevention And Control Of Coal-Rock Dynamic Disasters And Its Engineering Practices,
2026
CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China;School of Earth and Environment, Anhui University of Science & Technology, Huainan 232001, China
Advances In Regional Fracturing Technology Using Underground Long Directional Boreholes For The Prevention And Control Of Coal-Rock Dynamic Disasters And Its Engineering Practices, Zheng Kaige, Zhang Jian, Sun Siqing, Chen Dongdong, Zhang Qun, Li Bingang, Guo Wei, Liu Le, Jia Bingyi, Wang Zeyang, Dai Nan, Wang Haojie
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective Coal-rock dynamic disasters represent a key challenge to the safe and efficient mining of deep coals, rendering it urgent to develop regional, advance, and precise technologies for proactive disaster prevention and control. Advances The regional fracturing technology using underground long directional boreholes for disaster prevention and control in coal mines originated from ground fracturing. To date, a regional fracturing theory oriented to geological origin, mining responses, and disaster-causing mechanisms has been developed. Furthermore, a core equipment system incorporating high-power directional drilling rigs, variable frequency fracturing pump sets with high injection rates of fracturing fluids, infinite stage fracturing, and tools …
Summary And Reflections On Coal And Coalbed Methane Co-Production And Coalbed Methane Extraction In Coal Mining Areas,
2026
State Key Laboratory for Coal and Coalbed Methane Co-Mining, Taiyuan 030032, China;Coalbed Methane Research Center, China University of Petroleum (Beijing) , Beijing 102249, China
Summary And Reflections On Coal And Coalbed Methane Co-Production And Coalbed Methane Extraction In Coal Mining Areas, Zhang Sui’An, Zhang Xiao, Li Xuechen, Hu Huiting
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background To curb coal mine gas accidents from sources, exploit low-carbon and clean coalbed methane (CBM) resources, and protect the atmospheric environment (achieved by methane emission reduction in coal mining areas), the authors’ team, by working with Shanxi Jincheng Anthracite Mining Group and cooperating closely with relevant research institutes, colleges, and universities, has progressively developed theories with clear concepts and scientific connotations, as well as relevant technical systems and industrial paradigms, for coal and CBM co-production through over two decades of original, integrated, and cross-industry innovations (spanning across fluid and solid mineral industries), along with theoretical exploration, technological research and …
Methods For Assessing The Circulation Depth Of Geothermal Water In A Moderate- To Low-Temperature Convective Geothermal System And Their Applications,
2026
State Key Laboratory of Lithospheric and Environmental Coevolution, Institute of Geology and Geophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100029, China;College of Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
Methods For Assessing The Circulation Depth Of Geothermal Water In A Moderate- To Low-Temperature Convective Geothermal System And Their Applications, Li Yiman, Xia Haoran, Gao Binbin, Sun Wenjie, Pang Zhonghe
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background The circulation depth of geothermal water is an important parameter for investigating geothermal systems or fields. It determines the thermal energy intensity and mineral composition of geothermal water, emerging as a critical factor influencing the efficient and sustainable development and utilization of geothermal resources.Progress This study presents a summary of the characteristics of typical moderate- to low-temperature convective geothermal systems from the perspective of sources (heat and fluid sources), pathways, geothermal reservoirs, cap rocks, and the geothermal water upwelling process and its impacts. Furthermore, this study systematically reviews suitable methods for assessing the circulation depth of geothermal water, …
Geothermal Energy In Utah: Massive Potential To Meet Growing Electricity Needs,
2026
Utah State University
Geothermal Energy In Utah: Massive Potential To Meet Growing Electricity Needs, Emily Labonty, Kendall Becker, Logan Mitchell, Jennifer Bodine, Scott Hotaling
All Current Publications
Including more geothermal energy in Utah's energy mix would help address issues of concern for many Utahns: poor air quality, climate change, and the need to support renewable energy research. Geothermal energy, heat from within the Earth, is a renewable energy source that can provide flexible, baseload electricity––like coal or natural gas––but without the climate-warming and polluting effects. This fact sheet provides information about geothermal energy, generating electricity from geothermal energy, and current geothermal projects in Utah.
