IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications · 1997 · 23 citations · 0 references
EngineeringInformation TechnologyMining EngineeringAutomationMine SafetyUnderground MiningElectronics TechnologyHealth Information Technology SafetyMine Infrastructure DesignUnderground Excavation MethodsUnderground Mine DesignUnderground Mine EquipmentDesign CriteriaMine Underground Service InfrastructureSafety Systems In MinesSupport Design For Underground MinesUnderground Electrical SafetyUnderground Haulage Network DesignUnderground Haulage System DesignUnderground Sensor Networks
South Africa's coal mining industry is of vital economic importance. This paper describes some of the major electronic achievements within that industry over the past ten to 15 years. Basic design criteria formulated for systems to be used underground is discussed. The experience gained with the implementation of the systems, especially the human factor, is examined. Future directions to be followed by some of the research programs are presented.