Excerpt from A Manual of Mining: Based on the Course of Lectures on Mining Delivered at the School of Mines of the State of Colorado
The wants of the latter class have been kept in mind, and the writer hopes that the manual mav prove of some benefit to the intelligent reader, of whom it presupposes an elementary knowledge of the sciences and of the simple machines.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the applications of engineering in mining to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and increase profitability. It begins by discussing the various types of mining operations, including open-cut and underground mining, before exploring key preparatory processes like adits, cross-cut tunnels, and vertical shafts. The author delves into specific machinery used in mining, including winding engines, hoists, and pumps, and examines the challenges associated with ventilation and the removal of water from mines. The book also covers the use of explosives in mining, as well as the specific techniques employed for different types of mining, such as pillar and room systems and hydraulic mining. By presenting a comprehensive overview of the engineering principles and techniques used in mining, this book provides valuable insights into the safe and efficient extraction of valuable resources from the earth, making it an essential resource for mining engineers and professionals alike. 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 # 9781334191534_0
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