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Publications by [Bhatt S. K.]

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Each year more than 400 coal miners are injured (fatal and non-fatal) by rock falling from between or around roof supports. Many of these injuries could be prevented by the installation of roof screen (wire mesh). However, many coal mines may be reluctant ...
Reference: 2010 SME Annual Meeting and Exhibit, February 28 - March 3, Phoenix, Arizona
Highwall mining is an important coal mining method. More than 60 highwall miners are presently in operation, and they may account for about 4% of total U.S. coal production. A review of accident data for 1983-2002 from the Mine Safety and Health Administration ...
Reference: 23rd International Conference on Ground Control in Mining. Morgantown, WV, August 3-5, 2004: West Virginia University, 2004