Excerpt from Application of the Geophone to Mining Operations
Mining operations reached their height in the British operations at Messines Ridge on June 7, 1917, when a million pounds of high explosive was discharged in blasts covering a distance of 10 miles.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating book presents a historical survey of the geophone, a groundbreaking device used in mine rescue operations. Developed during World War I to detect enemy tunneling, the geophone was later adapted for use in civilian disasters, such as the rescue efforts following mine cave-ins and explosions. The author guides the reader through the evolution of the geophone, tracing its technical improvements through collaborations between engineers and military minds. With meticulous research and illustrative examples, this book explores the geophone's fundamental principles, practical applications, and its remarkable impact on saving lives in perilous situations, offering insights into the indomitable spirit of innovation in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333090111_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333090111
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