An evaluation of the support resistance capacity of a void fill rib based support system was done in a conventional Merensky stoping face at RPM Rustenburg section, Turffontein shaft. The project was a sub component of a larger project evaluating the feasibility ...

This paper summarizes the results of a research project whose goal was to provide the Australian coal industry with a rib support design methodology and software tool that could be used by suitably qualified colliery staff. The project was funded mainly by ...