A U-well mining system combines jet breaking with air lift extraction to move coal-water mixtures efficiently.
Infrared detection of temperature contrasts at the fresh cut face generates horizon control signals to prevent cutting into overlying or underlying strata.
Rock breaker tool initiates cracks in rock pillars to control unpredictable liberation caused by gravity breakout.
Rock breaking vibration serves as a seismic source for tunnel boring machine geological detection.
Preliminary hydraulic fracturing via integrated drill pipe reduces rock strength, enabling faster roadheader excavation than conventional blasting.
A hybrid rock splitting packer uses water pressure to generate pre-cracks and rubber inflation to expand them.