Biogeochemical Mechanisms Behind Water Quality Evolution And Valuable Element Reutilization Of Abandoned Mine Drainage: A Review,
2026
Key Laboratory of Karst Georesources and Environment, Ministry of Education, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China; College of Resources and Environmental Engineering, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China
Biogeochemical Mechanisms Behind Water Quality Evolution And Valuable Element Reutilization Of Abandoned Mine Drainage: A Review, Wu Pan, Huang Jiangxun, Li Qingguang, Zhang Ruixue, Li Bo
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background Abandoned mine drainage, also known as acidic mine drainage (AMD), represents a major pollution source in mining areas while also serving as an important carrier of strategic critical metals and underground space utilization. In China, water pollution stemming from coal mining is more severe in the south than in the north. This spatial pattern is jointly shaped by climatic conditions, geological settings, and mining history. Advances From the perspective of the environmental geochemical frontier, this study presents a systematic review of AMD formation and evolution mechanisms, as well as technologies for water pollution prevention and control, resource recovery, and …
Pathways And Modes For Prevention And Control Of Acid Mine Drainage-Induced Pollution In China,
2026
State Key Laboratory of Geohazard Prevention and Geoenvironment Protection, Chengdu 610059, China; Key Laboratory of Synergetic Control and Joint Remediation for Soil & Water Pollution, Ministry of Ecology and Environment, Chengdu 610059, China; College of Ecology and Environment, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu 610059, China
Pathways And Modes For Prevention And Control Of Acid Mine Drainage-Induced Pollution In China, Liu Guo, Chen Qian, Gan Xinzhu, Tang Jie, Zhu Mingtan, Fan Jiajun, Ren Shuang
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background Mining activities in polymetallic sulfide mines significantly disrupt regional hydrogeochemical equilibrium, leading to the formation of acid mine drainage (AMD). Consequently, severe pollution of aquatic environments occurs, posing a threat to regional water resource security. To lay the foundation for the prevention and control of AMD-induced pollution, it is necessary to investigate the formation and evolution mechanisms of AMD and establish a low-cost, sustainable risk management and control mode. Methods Based on field sampling and literature research, this study made statistics of the hydrochemical characteristics of AMD from different polymetallic sulfide mining areas across China and elucidated the processes …
Geophysical Responses And Their Statistical Relationships With Lithium And Kaolinite Contents For Lithium-Rich Coals In The Yangquan Mining Area,
2026
School of Resources and Geosciences, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China
Geophysical Responses And Their Statistical Relationships With Lithium And Kaolinite Contents For Lithium-Rich Coals In The Yangquan Mining Area, Chen Tongjun, Xu Haicheng, Li Wan
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective China, representing the world's largest consumer of lithium resources, suffers from a limited endowment of conventional lithium resources, rendering it inevitable for China to seek to develop and utilize abundant coal-hosted lithium resources. Through a comparative analysis of coal samples from the lithium-rich No. 8 and the ordinary No. 15 coal seams in the Taiyuan Formation, Yangquan mining area, Shanxi Province, this study explored the statistical relationships between the lithium and kaolinite contents and geophysical responses. Accordingly, the feasibility of the indirect detection of coal-hosted lithium resources using geophysical methods was assessed. Methods First, by testing the lithium content …
Underground Tunnel Drilling Technology And Equipment For Coal Mines In China: A 50-Year Retrospective And Prospects,
2026
CCTEG China Coal Research Institute, Beijing 100013, China; CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China
Underground Tunnel Drilling Technology And Equipment For Coal Mines In China: A 50-Year Retrospective And Prospects, Tian Hongliang, Li Wangnian, Li Quanxin, Yao Ke, Liu Jianlin, Chang Jianghua
Coal Geology & Exploration
Bcakground Underground tunnel drilling in coal mines represents an indispensable key means for the safe and efficient coal mining, precise disaster prevention and control, and geological transparency of coal mines. This study presents a systematic review of the development history of underground tunnel drilling technology and equipment for coal mines in China over the past 50 years, during which the technology and equipment have evolved from technology introduction to independent innovation and from following to keeping pace with and even to overtaking international counterparts.Advances Initially, this study expatiates on both the important position of coal resources in the national …
Key Techniques And Application Of The Zdy15000ldk High-Power Automatic Directional Drilling Rig,
2026
CCTEG China Coal Research Institute, Beijing 100013, China; CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China
Key Techniques And Application Of The Zdy15000ldk High-Power Automatic Directional Drilling Rig, Li Quanxin, Zhang Gang, Fang Peng, Xing Wang, Yao Ke, Zhang Rui, Zhang Boyang, Zhao Xuefeng, Shi Yang, Sun Hanyu, Jia Qian
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective For deep mining of coal mines, conventional directional drilling rigs face challenges including high labor intensity, limited control accuracy, a low intelligence level, and failure to meet the demand for efficient gas drainage. Meanwhile, high-power automatic drilling rigs encounter technical bottlenecks in automation, control accuracy, and process intelligence in this context. To address these issues, this study proposed an integrated and systematic solution—the ZDY15000LDK high-power automatic directional drilling rig. Methods Using a compact structural layout, a drill rod handling system was developed, consisting of a drill rod loading/unloading manipulator with four degrees of freedom and an automatic drill rod …
Geological Environment’S Dynamic Responses And Damage Reduction-Oriented Geological Guarantee In Coal In-Situ Conversion,
2026
Shaanxi Provincial Key Laboratory of Geological Support for Coal Green Exploitation, Xi’an 710054, China; College of Geology and Environment, Xi’an University of Science and Technology, Xi’an 710054, China; Geological Research Institute for Coal Green Mining, Xi’an University of Science and Technology, Xi’an 710054, China
Geological Environment’S Dynamic Responses And Damage Reduction-Oriented Geological Guarantee In Coal In-Situ Conversion, Wang Shuangming, Geng Jishi, Sun Qiang, Shi Qingmin, Liu Lang, Wang Shengquan, Yang Yuru, Yuan Shihao, Zhang He, Hu Xin
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective Coal in-situ conversion (ISC) emerges as an important transformative technology for clean and efficient utilization of coal resources. However, safe and stable coal ISC is currently restricted by two major bottlenecks: an unclear understanding of the mechanisms underlying the geological environment’s dynamic responses and a lack of damage reduction-oriented geological guarantee. Methods To construct a damage reduction-oriented geological guarantee system for safe and green coal ISC, this study, from the perspective of the geological environment’s dynamic responses throughout coal ISC, elucidates the scientific connotations of both the dynamic responses and the geological guarantee in coal ISC. Based on the …
Development History And Prospects Of Geological Guarantee In The Coal Industry: A Review,
2026
China National Coal Association, Beijing 100013, China
Development History And Prospects Of Geological Guarantee In The Coal Industry: A Review, Liu Feng, Liu Wenming, Dong Shuning, Wang Hao, Cheng Jianyuan, Liu Zaibin, Fan Tao, Ma Liang, An Lin, Chen Baohui, Yan Zicheng, Jiang Bici
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background In China, the coal industry serves as a ballast stone and stabilizer for rapid socio-economic development and national energy security. Despite huge reserves, China’s coal resources are characterized by uneven spatial distribution, diverse coal seams, complex geological structures, and significantly different mining conditions. During coal mining, unclear geological conditions frequently lead to the abandonment of tunneling roadways, poor mining continuity, frequent equipment relocation, and the abrupt onset of concealed geologic hazards. These challenges ultimately result in difficult advancement of mining face, frequent casualties, and considerable economic losses. Geological guarantee represents a crucial foundation and key technology throughout the shaft …
Theory And Key Technologies Of Collaborative Management And Control For Groundwater Protection, Treatment, And Utilization In Coal Mining Areas,
2026
CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China; State Key Laboratory of Coal Mine Disaster Prevention and Control, Xi’an 710077, China; Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control Technology for Coal Mine Water Hazard, Xi’an 710077, China
Theory And Key Technologies Of Collaborative Management And Control For Groundwater Protection, Treatment, And Utilization In Coal Mining Areas, Dong Shuning, Wang Hao, Guo Xiaoming, Dong Xingling, Qiao Wei, Wang Xiaodong, Zhang Xiyu, Zhang Wenzhong, Zhu Kaipeng, Hu Yunhao, Zhou Zhenfang, Duan Jianhua, Miao Hechao, Wang Tiantian, Wang Hai, Xue Jiankun
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background and Methods To mitigate the contradiction between abundant coal resources and scarce water resources in China, this study proposes a collaborative management and control solution for groundwater protection, treatment, and utilization in coal mining areas. From a theoretical perspective, this study investigates the propagation chains of both the coal mining disturbance to groundwater and the responses of groundwater systems to engineering interventions. Furthermore, it elucidates the core idea, scientific connotation, and technical architecture of the collaborative management and control and explores key technologies involved. Results and Conclusions A technical system based on accurate prediction and precise monitoring, covering treatment-protection …
A Review Of Full-Lifecycle Management Practices For Blue Mining Centered On Sustainable Development And Resource Efficiency,
2026
Faculty of Land Resources Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650093, China; Institute of Subsurface Energy Systems, Clausthal University of Technology, Clausthal-Zellerfeld 38678, Germany; Yunnan Key Laboratory of Sino-German Blue Mining and Utilization of Special Underground Space, Kunming 650093, China
A Review Of Full-Lifecycle Management Practices For Blue Mining Centered On Sustainable Development And Resource Efficiency, Hou Zhengmeng, Zhang Shengyou, Chen Qianjun, Sun Wei, Zhang Tian, Cai Nan, Huang Liangchao, Wang Qichen, Shi Tianle, Xu Xiaochuan
Coal Geology & Exploration
Against the backdrop of China’s goals of peak carbon dioxide emissions and carbon neutrality, along with the growing demand for critical minerals, this study presents a systematic review of domestic and international literature and engineering cases. Based on the Blue Mining concept proposed by Langefeld’s team of the Clausthal University of Technology and from the perspective of planning forward, this study organizes key technologies, treatment pathways, and essentials of full-lifecycle management used to transition mines from single-purpose stopes to multifunctional infrastructures. Centered on four guiding principles, i.e., energy, ergonomics, water resources, and circularity, this study reviews the synergetic planning process …
Advances In Geological Guarantee Technologies For Safe, Efficient, And Intelligent Coal Mining In China,
2026
CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China
Advances In Geological Guarantee Technologies For Safe, Efficient, And Intelligent Coal Mining In China, Sun Siqing, Miao Yaowu, Jia Lilong
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background Coal mining geology provides the foundation for efficient coal mining, as well as hazard prevention and control. Based on the revision to China’s normative documents entitled Regulations on Geological Work in Coal Mines and Detailed Rules for Geological Work in Coal Mines, the exploration of technologies for coal mining geology, and considerable experience in coal mine production practices, this study systematically reviews the advances in geological guarantee technologies for safe, efficient, and intelligent coal mining in China over the past four decades.Advances Six aspects of advances have been primarily achieved in geological guarantee technologies in China: (1) The …
Mechanisms Underlying Coal Instability During Coal And Gas Outbursts Induced By Deep Mining,
2026
Key Laboratory of Gas and Fire Control for Coal Mines, Ministry of Education, Xuzhou 221116, China; State Key Laboratory of Coal Mine Disaster Prevention and Control, Xuzhou 221116, China; School of Safety Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China
Mechanisms Underlying Coal Instability During Coal And Gas Outbursts Induced By Deep Mining, Zhang Chaolin, Li Yunfu, Li Zhonghui, Wang Enyuan, Yang Shiji, Chen Jiawei, Wang Meng
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective The gradual depletion of shallow coal resources drives a shift to the mining of deep coal seams. However, the complex deep mining environment significantly increases the potential risks and severity of coal and gas outbursts. Therefore, there exists an urgent need to investigate the mechanisms underlying the mechanical instability of coals under deep mining, aiming to provide guidance for the safe mining of deep coal mines.Methods By integrating physical experiments, numerical simulations, and theoretical analysis, this study investigated coal and gas outbursts under burial depths of 500 m, 1000 m, and 1600 m and established a multi-field coupling …
Latest Advances In Research On Co2-Enhanced Coalbed Methane Recovery,
2026
School of Resources and Geosciences, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China; Key Laboratory of Coalbed Methane Resources & Reservoir Formation Process, Ministry of Education, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221008, China
Latest Advances In Research On Co2-Enhanced Coalbed Methane Recovery, Sang Shuxun, Liu Shiqi, Li Dianshang, Zhang Shouren, Xu Tianfu, Han Sijie, Zhou Xiaozhi, Huang Fansheng, Liu Tong, Tian Yuchen, Zhang Helong, Niu Qinghe, Chen Yongchun, Zhang Bing, Wu Jie
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background The CO2-enhanced coalbed methane recovery (CO2-ECBM) technology integrates greenhouse gas emission reduction and enhanced CBM recovery, holding great significance for achieving the goals of peak carbon dioxide emissions and carbon neutrality of China and ensuring national energy security. However, due to limitations of insufficient fundamental research and some technical bottlenecks, the engineering application of the CO2-ECBM technology remains in the engineering test stage. This study reviews the latest advances in research on the mechanisms, evaluation methods, and technical systems of CO2-ECBM and explores key scientific issues and technical pathways for geological …
Analysis Of Typical Cases And Development Trends Of Coalbed Methane (Coal Mine Gas) Drainage Techniques In Coal Mining Areas,
2026
CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China
Analysis Of Typical Cases And Development Trends Of Coalbed Methane (Coal Mine Gas) Drainage Techniques In Coal Mining Areas, Hao Shijun, Jiang Wenping, Zhang Jing, Du Xinfeng, Mo Haitao, Duan Huijun
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background In the coal mining areas of China, coalbed methane (coal mine gas) occurs under complex conditions, rendering it difficult to achieve its efficient resource exploitation and effective hazard control using a single technique.Advances As indicated by the current state of the research, development, and engineering application of coalbed methane (coal mine gas) drainage techniques in China in recent years, the drainage methods can be classified into three categories according to their spatial arrangements: surface drainage, underground drainage, and surface-underground combined drainage. Furthermore, the surface and underground drainage methods can be subdivided into four types based on their temporal …
Key Issues And Research Prospects Of The Commingled-Production Compatibility Of Deep Superimposed Coalbed Methane Systems,
2026
College of Geology and Environment, Xi’an University of Science and Technology, Xi’an 710054, China; Shaanxi Provincial Key Laboratory of Geological Support for Coal Green Exploitation, Xi’an 710054, China; Geological Research Institute for Coal Green Mining, Xi’an University of Science and Technology, Xi’an 710054, China
Key Issues And Research Prospects Of The Commingled-Production Compatibility Of Deep Superimposed Coalbed Methane Systems, Guo Chen, Wang Shuangming, Qin Yong, Xu Fengyin, Sun Xueyang, Xia Yucheng, Hou Enke, Wang Sujian, Sun Qiang, Wang Shengquan, Tang Shengli, Yang Xiankuo, Gao Junzhe, Li Ruiteng, Shi Kang
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective In recent years, significant breakthroughs have been achieved in the exploration and exploitation of deep coalbed methane (CBM), which has emerged as a major area for the reserve growth and production addition of CBM in China. Variations in the temperature and pressure conditions of deep formations inevitably cause substantial differences in the commingled-production compatibility of deep and shallow superimposed CBM systems. Therefore, revealing the depth effects of the commingled-production compatibility is critical to enhancing the efficiency of the multi-layer commingled production of deep CBM and even coal-measure gas. Methods Using a systematic literature survey of the exploration and exploitation …
Ecological Restoration Strategies Based On Plant And Soil Characteristics For Dumps Of Surface Coal Mines In Cold Arid Regions,
2026
CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China
Ecological Restoration Strategies Based On Plant And Soil Characteristics For Dumps Of Surface Coal Mines In Cold Arid Regions, Wang Hao, Li Haichao, Jiang Xinjun, Cao Shumiao, Yang Fan, Wang Qiangmin, Xu Ganggang, Shi Hui
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objective The dumps of surface coal mines in cold arid regions represent ecologically vulnerable areas formed under extreme disturbance. However, a lack of systematic studies on the vegetation and soils in dumps, including their spatial variation patterns and synergistic mechanisms caused by vertical differences of the dumps, leads to insufficient theoretical bases for formulating differential ecological restoration strategies in engineering practice.Methods By integrating field ecological surveys and physicochemical tests in the laboratory, this study investigated the dump with elevations ranging from 2498 m-2632 m of the Heishan coal mine on the northern slope of the Tianshan Mountains, Xinjiang. Based …
Damage Evolution Of Coal Reservoirs Under Cyclic Disturbances And Optimization Suggestions For Deep Reservoir Stimulation,
2026
School of Energy Resources, China University of Geosciences (Beijing), Beijing 100083, China; Coal Reservoir Laboratory of National Engineering Research Center of CBM Development and Utilization, Beijing 100083, China
Damage Evolution Of Coal Reservoirs Under Cyclic Disturbances And Optimization Suggestions For Deep Reservoir Stimulation, Chen Shida, Pu Yifan, Zhao Longmei, Li Xiang, Huang Li, Tang Dazhen, Zhang Yafei, Li Song, Tao Shu
Coal Geology & Exploration
Objectives and Methods During volume fracturing or multi-round hydraulic fracturing of deep coal reservoirs, pressure fluctuations induced by the propagation of fracture tips and fluid accumulation within fractures cause cyclic perturbations to surrounding rocks. To clarify both the mechanical responses of coals and the mechanisms behind fracture evolution within coal reservoirs under such cyclic perturbations, this study conducted triaxial cyclic loading-unloading tests on high-rank coals under varying confining pressures, stress amplitudes, and loading modes. In combination with field engineering data, this study proposed strategies for optimizing deep coal reservoir stimulation. Results and Conclusions The stress-strain curves of coals under cyclic …
Advances In Research On The Quality, Influential Factors, And Contamination Prevention And Control Technologies Of Mine Water In Representative Coal Mining Areas Of China,
2026
School of Earth and Environment, Anhui University of Science & Technology, Huainan 232001, China; State Key Laboratory for Safe Mining of Deep Coal Resources and Environment Protection, Anhui University of Science & Technology, Huainan 232001, China; Coal Industry Engineering Research Center for Exploration and Early Warning of Mine Water Disaster, Anhui University of Science & Technology, Huainan 232001, China
Advances In Research On The Quality, Influential Factors, And Contamination Prevention And Control Technologies Of Mine Water In Representative Coal Mining Areas Of China, Xu Guangquan, Zhang Haitao, Liang Miao, Chen Xiaoqing, Li Zixuan, Li Xu, He Jianghui
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background Mine water represents a major type of water body produced during coal mining. Investigating its quality, influential factors, and contamination prevention and control technologies is of great significance for environmental protection and the sustainable utilization of water resources in coal mining areas.Methods Based on field surveys and literature review, this study systematically analyzed the quality and formation mechanisms of mine water in representative coal mining areas of China. Furthermore, it explored the advances and primary challenges in current research on technologies for the prevention and control of mine water contamination and proposed major directions for future research. Advances …
Advances In Research On Eco-Geological Environment Monitoring Of Underground Coal Mining Areas Based On Airborne Remote Sensing,
2026
College of Geoscience and Surveying Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing), Beijing 100083, China
Advances In Research On Eco-Geological Environment Monitoring Of Underground Coal Mining Areas Based On Airborne Remote Sensing, Li Jun, Zou Zhaohui, Zhang Chengye, Wang Yi, Cheng Yang, Xu Lianhang, Zhang Jinhe, Liu Chuanrui, Liang Lixia
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background Timely and effective monitoring of the current status of eco-geological environment holds great significance for scientific decision-making regarding both geological environment protection and ecological restoration in underground coal mining areas. Owing to its advantage of large-scale and rapid monitoring, airborne remote sensing technology has emerged as an important approach to the eco-geological environment monitoring of mining areas. Advances This study first clarifies relevant concepts of eco-geological environment monitoring, as well as the monitoring requirements and contents specific to underground coal mining areas. Accordingly, it presents a summary of the advances in research on airborne remote sensing technology for the …
Development Path And Prospects Of Technologies For Detecting Hidden Hazards In Coalfield Fire Zones,
2026
College of Safety Science and Engineering, Xi’an University of Science and Technology, Xi’an 710054, China; Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Prevention and Control of Coal Fire, Xi’an 710054, China
Development Path And Prospects Of Technologies For Detecting Hidden Hazards In Coalfield Fire Zones, Deng Jun, Wang Jinrui, Ren Shuaijing, Song Zeyang, Wang Caiping, Li Yaqing, Lu Junhui, Qu Gaoyang
Coal Geology & Exploration
Background Hidden hazards in coalfield fire zones are characterized by limited detectability, rapid evolution, and multi-hazard coupling, posing major challenges to the safe coal mining and related ecological restoration. Methods This study aims to achieve the fine-scale identification and risk control of hidden hazards in coalfield fire zones. Based on a systematic review of the genetic mechanisms and spatial distribution patterns of coalfield fire zones, this study summarizes the characteristics of three primary fire zone types: outcrop/surface fire zones, shallowly buried fire zones, and deeply buried underground burnt-out areas and fire zones within old coal pits. Multi-dimensional hazards caused by …
Stoker-Fired Laboratory Boiler As A Tool For Optimising The Solid Fuel Combustion Process,
2026
Department of Solid Fuels Quality Assessment, Central Mining Institute – National Research Institute (Katowice, Poland)
Stoker-Fired Laboratory Boiler As A Tool For Optimising The Solid Fuel Combustion Process, Przemysław Rompalski, Justyna Guzy-Proc, Mariusz Kieczek
Journal of Sustainable Mining
This paper presents the results of quality testing performed on a stoker-fired laboratory boiler to present the technical potential of the boiler as a tool for optimising the combustion process of prepared solid fuels (granulate, energy blend) in the context of current demands related to the decarbonisation policy. The comprehensive testing of such fuels at a laboratory scale makes it possible to gain deep insights into the quality parameters of the fuel, flue gas and combustion waste, as well as to determine the combustion process parameters before the fuel is introduced for combustion in broader power engineering and household boilers. …
