New Mining Tools and Methods for Roadheader Mining Heads

This book introduces new solutions for mining tools, lubricated holders, and mining methods for hard-rock mining using mini-disk tools. It discusses an alternative to conical picks, a holder for conical picks, and a new mining head solution with mini-disk tools. It is useful for mining industry employees, manufacturers, machines, and equipment, and mining and mechanical faculty students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 134 pages
Publication date: 13 March 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book presents innovative solutions for mining tools, specialized lubricated holders, and efficient mining methods utilizing mini-disk tools in hard-rock mining operations. In the first section, it delves into the challenges faced in traditional hard-rock mining techniques, such as cutting, and explores alternative solutions. The focus then shifts to discussing the crown or bell pick, a conical pick alternative, and a novel holder design for conical picks that enables tool rotation. These advancements aim to enhance the durability of cutting tools. The final chapter introduces a groundbreaking mining head solution featuring mini-disk tools and a complex motion trajectory. This innovative design allows for the replacement of standard mining heads in currently used roadheaders, revolutionizing the mining industry.

This book is a valuable resource for professionals working in the mining industry, manufacturers of mining tools, machinery, and equipment, as well as employees and students pursuing mining and mechanical engineering degrees at technical universities. Its comprehensive coverage and practical insights make it an essential tool for advancing mining practices and optimizing productivity in challenging underground environments.

Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030963965
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022