Mining Publication: An Evaluation of Leaky Feeder Communication in Underground Mines
Original creation date: June 1980
The objective of this project was to develop technical data and evaluate performance and utility of leaky feeder communications systems currently used in U.S. underground mines. The desired information was obtained principally through on-site surveys. Six of the seven mining companies known to be using leaky feeder communications were visited. This report covers the findings of these surveys. In addition, the report provides a brief background summary of mine communications, a technical discussion of leaky feeder systems, and conclusions and recommendations based on the results of the survey.
Authors: DT Updyke, WC Muhler, HC Turnage
Contract/MOA Report - June 1980
NIOSHTIC2 Number: 10002039
Atlantic Research Corporation. U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Mines, Contract No. J0199048, NTIS No. PB/81-194466, 1980 Jun; :1-102
See Also
- Advanced Tutorial on Wireless Communication and Electronic Tracking: Communication System Performance
- Leaky Feeder to Wireless Media Converter Device Technology Development
- Medium-Frequency Propagation in Coal Mines
- Mine Communications and Tracking Glossary
- Research and Development Contract for Coal Mine Communication System: Volume 2 - Mine Visits
- Theory on the Propagation of UHF Radio Waves in Coal Mine Tunnels
- Through-The-Earth Wireless Real-Time Two-Way Voice Communications
- Ultra-Low Frequency Through-the-Earth Communication Technology
- Underground Mine Communications
- Underground Mine Communications, Control and Monitoring
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- Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program