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Table Of Contents, The Editors 2025 China Coal Technology and Engineering Group (CCTEG)

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Coal Geology & Exploration

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Pseudo-2d Mt Inversion Technique For Small-Frame Tem And Its Application In Advance Geological Prediction, HAN Ziqiang, WANMA Longzhi, LI Xiangfeng, YANG Yongqiang, ZHU Xiaoming, LUO Chengxian, TANG Li 2025 Engineer School, Qinghai Institute of Technology, Xining 810016, China

Pseudo-2d Mt Inversion Technique For Small-Frame Tem And Its Application In Advance Geological Prediction, Han Ziqiang, Wanma Longzhi, Li Xiangfeng, Yang Yongqiang, Zhu Xiaoming, Luo Chengxian, Tang Li

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective To address the bottlenecks of low computational efficiency and impracticality of multi-dimensional inversion in the advance geological prediction based on the transient electromagnetic method (TEM), this study developed a pseudo-two-dimensional (2D) magnetotelluric (MT) inversion technique for small-frame TEM based on time-frequency transformation. Methods First, this study corroborated the significant similarity between the late-time apparent resistivity derived using small-frame TEM and the Cagniard apparent resistivity in the MT method under the parameters commonly used in advance geological prediction. Then, the optimal time-frequency transformation coefficient (CTF) was introduced to achieve a rapid conversion from the late-time apparent resistivity …


Fracturing Evolution Mechanisms Of Eroded Coals Under The Temperature Effect Of The Co2-H2O System, LIN Baiquan, SHI Yu, LIU Ting, SHEN Yang, HUANG Tao 2025 School of Safety Engineering, China University of Mining & Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China; State Key Laboratory of Coal Mine Disaster Prevention and Control, Xuzhou 221116, China

Fracturing Evolution Mechanisms Of Eroded Coals Under The Temperature Effect Of The Co2-H2O System, Lin Baiquan, Shi Yu, Liu Ting, Shen Yang, Huang Tao

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background Injecting hot flue gas produced and discharged by gas-fired power plants into deep coal seams where gas is difficult to extract enjoys dual benefits: gas production growth and geologic CO2 sequestration. However, there is an urgent need to determine the impact of the heat-carrying property of hot flue gas on the stability of coal reservoirs. To address this issue, the key is to clarify the fracturing evolution mechanisms of eroded coals under the temperature effect of the CO2-H2O system.Methods Using the independently built platform of CO2-H2O-coal interactions that consider …


Impacts Of Co2/Ch4/N2 Adsorption/Desorption On The Macromolecular Structure Of Anthracite: Insights From In Situ Raman Spectroscopy, WANG Tian, PAN Jienan, LI Meng, WANG Kai, TANG Zhuyun, CHENG Nannan, HOU Quanlin 2025 School of Resources and Environment, Henan Polytechnic University, Jiaozuo 454003, China

Impacts Of Co2/Ch4/N2 Adsorption/Desorption On The Macromolecular Structure Of Anthracite: Insights From In Situ Raman Spectroscopy, Wang Tian, Pan Jienan, Li Meng, Wang Kai, Tang Zhuyun, Cheng Nannan, Hou Quanlin

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Methods The adsorption/desorption of coalbed methane (CBM) not only induces the macroscopic deformations of coals but also significantly alters their macromolecular structures, with different gases exhibiting greatly varying mechanisms and influence degrees. Utilizing an independently developed in situ laser Raman spectroscopy system, this study revealed the differential structural responses and mechanisms of anthracite under CO2, CH4, and N2 injection. Results and Conclusion Experimental results indicate that gas injection led to notable blue shifts in the D4, D, D3, and G peaks characterizing the microcrystalline structures of coals. In contrast, …


Advances In Research On Geological Evaluation Of Compressed Air Energy Storage In Underground Gas Storage Facilities, JIANG Wen, HUANG Leqing, ZHANG Songhang, MA Huiying 2025 Geological Survey Institute of Hunan Province, Changsha 410116, China; School of Energy, China University of Geosciences, Beijing 100083, China

Advances In Research On Geological Evaluation Of Compressed Air Energy Storage In Underground Gas Storage Facilities, Jiang Wen, Huang Leqing, Zhang Songhang, Ma Huiying

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background Against the backdrop of achieving peak carbon dioxide emissions and carbon neutrality globally, renewable energy has developed rapidly and is gradually changing the world's energy mix. However, the intermittent and fluctuating nature of photovoltaic and wind power energy is prone to cause grid frequency fluctuations and reduced power supply reliability. Compressed air energy storage (CAES) technology has emerged as the key to the stable operation of the green power grid thanks to its large capacity and low cost.Methods Based on a systematic review of domestic and international literature in recent years, this study organizes the current theoretical and …


Log-Based Identification Of Sedimentary Facies In Coal Measures In The Southern Wuxiang Block, Shanxi Province, China, JIN Yi, TIAN Yunqing, SONG Huibo, HU Bin, YU Zhenfeng 2025 School of Resources and Environment, Henan Polytechnic University, Jiaozuo 454003, China; Henan Key Laboratory of Coal Measure Unconventional Resources Accumulation and Exploitation, Jiaozuo 454003, China

Log-Based Identification Of Sedimentary Facies In Coal Measures In The Southern Wuxiang Block, Shanxi Province, China, Jin Yi, Tian Yunqing, Song Huibo, Hu Bin, Yu Zhenfeng

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective The Carboniferous and Permian coal-bearing strata in the southern Wuxiang block, Qinshui Basin, Shanxi Province, China contain abundant coalbed methane (CBM) resources. To develop intelligent discrimination technology for CBM exploration in this block, it is necessary to establish lithology discrimination criteria based on log data, reveal the response relationships between logging and sedimentary facies, and determine sedimentary patterns. Methods Using a comprehensive analysis of lithologies, sedimentary facies, and logging facies, this study systematically investigated the distributions of logging and sedimentary facies in the Shanxi and Taiyuan formations—the primary coal-bearing strata in the southern Wuxiang block. By comprehensively analyzing the …


Spatial Distribution Of Coalbed Methane Migration Pathways And Selection Of Optimal Target Areas For Coalbed Methane Extraction For Abandoned Mines, LIU Qinjie, YANG Youxing, WU Benniu, DUAN Minke, DENG Zhuoyue, GUO Chenye, SUN Qiang 2025 School of Mining Engineering, Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan 232001, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center of Exploitation and Utilization of Closed/Abandoned Mine Resources, Huainan 232001, China

Spatial Distribution Of Coalbed Methane Migration Pathways And Selection Of Optimal Target Areas For Coalbed Methane Extraction For Abandoned Mines, Liu Qinjie, Yang Youxing, Wu Benniu, Duan Minke, Deng Zhuoyue, Guo Chenye, Sun Qiang

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective and Methods The spatial distribution and long-term evolution of effective migration pathways determine the migration pathways of residual coalbed methane (CBM) in abandoned mines. Furthermore, they provide an important basis for selecting the optimal target areas for CBM extraction drilling in abandoned mines and maximizing extraction efficiency. This study investigated the first mining area at the first horizontal elevation of the Songzao Coal Mine in Chongqing. Using a comprehensive approach that integrated theoretical analysis, numerical simulations, and physical simulation experiments using similar materials, this study systematically examined the distribution patterns of effective CBM migration pathways in abandoned mines under …


Geochemical Characteristics And Genesis Of Element Enrichment Of Niobium-Rich-Rare Earth Metal Layer In Longtan Formation Of Zhina Coalfield, DING Yunlong, WANG Fangfa, LI Bi, TANG Lifang, YANG Yi, LI Shangyuan, WANG Xiaofang, ZOU Yinhong, WANG Yang 2025 142 Team, Coal Mine Exploration Bureau of Guizhou Province, Guiyang 550025, China

Geochemical Characteristics And Genesis Of Element Enrichment Of Niobium-Rich-Rare Earth Metal Layer In Longtan Formation Of Zhina Coalfield, Ding Yunlong, Wang Fangfa, Li Bi, Tang Lifang, Yang Yi, Li Shangyuan, Wang Xiaofang, Zou Yinhong, Wang Yang

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background With the increasing demand for strategic metals and the gradual depletion of traditional metal deposit resources, coal and coal-bearing rock series are considered to be potential sources of rare metals, and coal series associated has become one of the main directions of current mineral exploration. A set of coal measure strata rich in niobium (Nb) and rare earth elements (REE) has been found in Zhina coalfield, western Guizhou and the contents of Nb and REE are as high as 334.89 μg/g and 1014.51 μg/g, respectively. This discovery is of great significance to the theoretical study of coal measure metal …


Macroscopic Failure Characteristics And Seepage Pattern Of Damaged Goaf-Side Coal Pillars Under Confined Water Accumulation, LIU Weitao, CHEN Dongqi, LIU Yuben, DU Yanhui, ZHAO Jiyuan 2025 College of Energy and Mining Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, China; State Key Laboratory of Disaster Prevention and Ecology Protection in Open-pit Coal Mines, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, China; College of Safety and Environmental Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, China

Macroscopic Failure Characteristics And Seepage Pattern Of Damaged Goaf-Side Coal Pillars Under Confined Water Accumulation, Liu Weitao, Chen Dongqi, Liu Yuben, Du Yanhui, Zhao Jiyuan

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background The method of supporting roadways using small coal pillars has been widely applied in China. As a result, the stability of goaf-side coal pillars affects mining safety. Resulting from multiple disturbance effects, coal pillars tend to contain various types of damage fractures. The confined water environment in goaves with water accumulation might cause the instability failure of damaged goaf-side coal pillars. Methods To investigate the impacts of the damage fracture structure on coal stability, this study introduced the concept of relatively stable initial damage fractures. Based on the theory of damage mechanics, this study constructed hydro-mechanical-damage (HMD) coupling models …


3d Advanced Geological Prediction Based On Reflected Seismic Waves And Its Application Effects, CAI Sheng 2025 China Railway Siyuan Survey and Design Group Co., Ltd., Wuhan 430063, China

3d Advanced Geological Prediction Based On Reflected Seismic Waves And Its Application Effects, Cai Sheng

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective For the advance geological prediction of tunnels based on reflected seismic waves, the traditional 2D observation method tends to cause spatial positioning deviations of anomalies. To overcome this limitation, this study developed a 3D seismic wave-based advance geological prediction method according to the actual geometries of tunnels. Methods Using the technical path consisting of theoretical analysis, numerical simulation, and engineering verification, this study solved key technical challenges including 3D wavefield reconstruction, spatial modeling, and migration imaging in the 3D detection system. Based on the principle of geometric seismology, this study demonstrated the enhancement effects of 3D observation on the …


A Time Series Forecasting Model Integrating Spatial Features For Inter-Borehole Resistivity And Its Application, WANG Jianghong, LIU Shuo, WANG Gang, XUE Wuqiang, LI Bofan 2025 Ordos Huaxing Energy Co., Ltd., Ordos 010300, China

A Time Series Forecasting Model Integrating Spatial Features For Inter-Borehole Resistivity And Its Application, Wang Jianghong, Liu Shuo, Wang Gang, Xue Wuqiang, Li Bofan

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background Mine resistivity prediction serves as a core technique for water hazards monitoring in coal mines. However, due to sparse monitoring points and insufficient spatial resolution, conventional prediction approaches fail to capture dynamic resistivity variations under complex geological conditions.Objective and Methods To address this challenge, this study developed a deep learning-based time series forecasting model integrating spatial features for inter-borehole resistivity. Using a prediction framework constructed based on long short-term memory (LSTM) and critical spatial monitoring points selected through Pearson correlation analysis, this model (also referred to as the LSTM model) enabled high-precision prediction of resistivity in unknown areas. …


Hybrid Differentiator-Based Method For Estimating The Drilling Speed Of A Vehicle-Mounted Drilling Rig During Surface Drilling For Mine Rescue, WANG Yunfei, ZHAO Jiyun, HU Yongjie, ZHANG Zongyang, PAN Xiaochen 2025 School of Safety Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou 221116, China; National Key Laboratory of Coal Mine Disaster Prevention and Control, Xuzhou 221116, China; State Key Laboratory of Intelligent Manufacturing of Advanced Construction Machinery, Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group, Xuzhou 221132, China

Hybrid Differentiator-Based Method For Estimating The Drilling Speed Of A Vehicle-Mounted Drilling Rig During Surface Drilling For Mine Rescue, Wang Yunfei, Zhao Jiyun, Hu Yongjie, Zhang Zongyang, Pan Xiaochen

Coal Geology & Exploration

Background Vehicle-mounted drilling rigs (VMDRs), key devices in surface drilling for mine rescue, directly connect the ground and underground disaster-hit areas through vertical drilling, thereby creating rescue channels for trapped people. In this case, the drilling speed of VMDRs serves as an important indicator for evaluating surface drilling operations. However, directly determining the drilling speed is challenging due to the limitations of position sensors. Methods This study developed an estimation method based on a new hybrid differentiator (NHD), allowing the drilling speed to be calculated using measurable displacement signals. First, a continuous switching function was devised, and its convergence characteristics …


Parameter Characteristics And Rock-Breaking Mechanisms Of Horizontal Drilling Of Underground Collapsed Bodies In Coal Mines, YAO Ningping, DOU Xuqian, HAN Zhaoyang, ZHANG Guohua, SUN Yuchen, LI Hao, WANG Li 2025 CCTEG China Coal Research Institute, Beijing 100013, China; CCTEG Xi’an Research Institute (Group) Co., Ltd., Xi’an 710077, China

Parameter Characteristics And Rock-Breaking Mechanisms Of Horizontal Drilling Of Underground Collapsed Bodies In Coal Mines, Yao Ningping, Dou Xuqian, Han Zhaoyang, Zhang Guohua, Sun Yuchen, Li Hao, Wang Li

Coal Geology & Exploration

Objective With continuously increasing coal mining depth, the risks of hazards such as roof collapse and personnel entrapment caused by high in situ stress and mining-induced pressure have significantly intensified. Drilling emerges as a key means of rapidly establishing rescue passageways. However, the drilling process tends to face multiple challenges, including complex geological structures, unstable collapsed bodies, and low drilling efficiency. Methods This study aims to reveal the rock-breaking mechanisms during the drilling of collapsed bodies, optimize drilling parameters to ensure reliable borehole formation, and achieve efficient drilling of collapsed bodies. To this end, this study developed a large-scale experimental …


Milkfish (Chanos Chanos) Bones As A Biosorbent For Mercury (Ii) Contamination In Water, Seth Uriel K. Neri, Ethan Kyle Mangao, Christian Kevin F. Redoblado, Anthony Cesar Y. Ponce, Roby Boy P. Riego, Jupiter O. Yap 2025 La Salle University

Milkfish (Chanos Chanos) Bones As A Biosorbent For Mercury (Ii) Contamination In Water, Seth Uriel K. Neri, Ethan Kyle Mangao, Christian Kevin F. Redoblado, Anthony Cesar Y. Ponce, Roby Boy P. Riego, Jupiter O. Yap

Sinaya: A Philippine Journal for Senior High School Teachers and Students

Heavy metals, such as mercury contamination in water sources are a major environmental and public health issue in many countries. Traditional methods for removing heavy metals from water are effective but often costly and unsustainable and may produce secondary waste. Recent trends favor more sustainable alternatives, such as biosorbents in treating water with heavy metals. Milkfish (Chanos chanos), a common fish in the Philippines, contains hydroxyapatite in the bones that can bind with heavy metals through physical and chemical adsorption mechanisms. This study aims to evaluate the mercury (II) reduction capacity of biosorbent derived from milkfish bones in water, specifically …


South Atlantic Bank Internship Report, Trevor J. Naun 2025 Coastal Carolina University

South Atlantic Bank Internship Report, Trevor J. Naun

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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Determining The Toxic Threshold And Other Use Characteristics For Industrial Hemp Seed Oil Used For Wood Product Protection, Daylan M. Barnes 2025 Mississippi State University

Determining The Toxic Threshold And Other Use Characteristics For Industrial Hemp Seed Oil Used For Wood Product Protection, Daylan M. Barnes

Theses and Dissertations

Plant-based wood treatments have been utilized for many years, with varying success. Oils such as those extracted from linseed (flax), tung, and hemp plants have been used for thousands of years as finishes on wood. These are all drying oils, which dry to a film when exposed to air. Hemp seed oil has a high fatty acid content and can take a long time to dry on wood products but is valued in woodworking for being easy to use, food-safe, and having little to no odor. In this study, cold-pressed hemp seed oil, blended with a soybean carrier oil, is …


Rangelands Glossary, Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia 2025 Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia

Rangelands Glossary, Department Of Primary Industries And Regional Development, Western Australia

Natural resources factsheets

An alphabetical list of common Rangelands terminology.


Fisheries Research Report No. 361: 2024 Assessment Of The Status Of The Elasmobranch Resource Of Western Australia, Matias Braccini, Alex Hesp 2025 Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia

Fisheries Research Report No. 361: 2024 Assessment Of The Status Of The Elasmobranch Resource Of Western Australia, Matias Braccini, Alex Hesp

Fisheries Research Reports

This document provides the 2024 risk-based weight of evidence stock assessment for the elasmobranch (sharks and rays) resource of Western Australia (WA). Gummy (Mustelus antarcticus), dusky (Carcharhinus obscurus), whiskery (Furgaleus macki), and sandbar (C. plumbeus) sharks are the most commonly captured species (~80% of the elasmobranch catch) and have been selected as indicator species for the status of the temperate elasmobranch ‘suite’. However, over 100 elasmobranch species have been caught in commercial and/or recreational fisheries in WA and, with the increasing number of elasmobranch species being listed in national and international protection lists, species-specific scientific advice on stock status at …


Town Of Pawleys Island, Ally Murphy 2025 Coastal Carolina University

Town Of Pawleys Island, Ally Murphy

Goal 15: Life on Land

No abstract provided.


Integrated Sustainability: Unlocking Environmental Potential In Electric Vehicles And Solar Panels, Zachary C. Anderson 2025 University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Integrated Sustainability: Unlocking Environmental Potential In Electric Vehicles And Solar Panels, Zachary C. Anderson

Honors Theses

This thesis investigates the environmental, economic, and individual level factors influencing consumer adoption of electric vehicles and solar panels. Through a comprehensive scoping review and case-based analysis, it identifies key incentives and barriers related to purchase intentions for each alternative energy technology. Central factors influencing adoption include cost-related concerns, individual purchasing power, demographic effects, and policy impact. These findings suggest that targeted interventions – specifically those used to amplify incentives and mitigate barriers – can positively impact individual consumer purchase intention, including through bundling options. Highlighting the importance of integrated sustainability, this study explored how electric vehicles and solar panels …


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