Publications

Welcome to SCT's own publications library which contains a collection of recent publications and other resources with reliable research about our technology. 

• Mechanics of Rib Deformation at Moranbah North Mine A Case Study - Yvette Heritage

  Published Feb, 2018
  Moonee Colliery are longwall mining in the Great Northern seam at depths ranging from 90m to 170m. Surface infrastructure above the first four longwall panels includes the Pacific Highway and several residential and commercial properties.
  
  This paper describes the pillar design approach used to manage surface subsidence in the area. The approach is based on previous detailed subsidence and pillar monitoring in nearby Wallarah Colliery and measurements of subsidence throughout the Lake Macquarie area for a wide range of pillar sizes and overburden depths. Undermining the Pacific Highway requires consideration of not only the amount of subsidence but also the timing and nature of subsidence. Various options were considered and a design developed to control surface subsidence to acceptable levels. This paper summarises the results of previous monitoring and outlines the issues considered in the longwall panel design for subsidence control at Moonee Colliery. COAL-2018-Mechanics-of-Rib-Deformation-at-Moranbah-North-Mine-A-Case-Study-Y.Heritage-2018.pdf2.6 MB

• Development and Application of Strata Management in Coal Mines - Stuart MacGregor

  Published Jan, 2005
  The continuing need to improve productivity and safety requires mine operators to both successfully manage the hazards associated with strata control whilst optimising mining practices. Recent experience in Australian coal and metalliferous mines has seen the introduction of legislation to ensure that adequate consideration is given to geotechnical design and strata control.
  
  This paper outlines a rational approach for the development of a Roadway Strata Management System that is based upon the systematic assessment of strata behaviour during all stages of a roadways use and describes its application by Strata Control
  Technology Pty. Ltd. at Ulan Coal Mines Limited. Development-and-Application-of-Strata-Management-in-Coal-Mines-S.MacGregor-2005.pdf519 KB

• Investigations Aimed to Improve Tailgate Serviceability at Dartbrook Mine - Ken Mills

  Published Jul, 2017
  Dartbrook Mine has experienced rib control difficulties because of deterioration in the tailgate corner of the longwall face as overburden depth has increased. This paper summarises an investigation to optimise support and develop strategies to improve the serviceability of the tailgate roadways. Field measurements undertaken in the tailgate of Longwall 6 identified roadway softening mechanisms, deformation characteristics and factors controlling deformation. This provides the basis for optimising the reinforcement system as part of an ongoing Strata Management Plan at the mine. Investigations-Aimed-to-Improve-Tailgate-Serviceability-at-Dartbrook-Mine-K.Mills.pdf397 KB

• Investigation into Temporary Roof Support Principles - Winton Gale

  Published Mar, 2018
  An investigation was undertaken in regard to Temporary Roof Support (TRS) systems incorporated into miner bolters. Two and three dimensional modelling was utilised to document the effects a TRS system may have on the surrounding underground environment. TRS systems were found to have little if any effect on strata stability about a simulated roadway but are considered capable of providing protection against minor roof falls where the operator is within the defined protection zone. Each system requires the combination of mesh, bolts and support points to provide a protective zone to the operators. In difficult conditions there is no substitute for bolting as close to the face as possible and the concept of a zone of influence about a support point, as indicated by industry guidelines is not considered as a suitable protection zone. Investigation-into-Temporary-Roof-Support-Principles-W.Gale.pdf1.8 MB