Mining is one of the most challenging and dangerous occupations in the world, requiring workers to operate in complex and hazardous environments. Underground navigation by miners is a critical aspect of mining safety and efficiency, as it enables miners to locate themselves, their colleagues, and their equipment in the mine. However, underground navigation is not an easy task, as conventional methods such as GPS and Wi-Fi are often unreliable or unavailable in the underground setting. In this article, we will discuss the different types of underground navigation systems that are currently used or being developed for miners, and how Becker Mining USA can help them improve their underground navigation capabilities.
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Manual Underground Navigation Systems
Manual underground navigation systems are the traditional and simplest methods of tracking and locating miners in the underground mine. They rely on human communication and record-keeping to monitor the miners’ whereabouts and movements. For example, a manual system may involve a mine foreman who works with a dispatcher to draw up a list of the names and locations of the miners in the mine. If a miner needs to move to a different work area, they must contact the dispatcher using a tethered phone connection and inform them of their new location. The dispatcher then updates the list accordingly.
Manual underground navigation systems have several drawbacks and limitations, such as:
- They are prone to human error and miscommunication, which can lead to inaccurate or incomplete information.
- They are vulnerable to system failures and disruptions, such as power outages, phone line cuts, or radio interference, which can compromise communication and record-keeping.
- They are inefficient and time-consuming, as they require constant manual input and output from the miners and the dispatchers.
- They are insufficient and inadequate for emergency situations, such as cave-ins, explosions, or fires, which can prevent the miners from contacting the dispatcher or the rescue team from locating the miners.
- Due to these drawbacks and limitations, manual underground navigation systems are not recommended for modern mining operations and are often replaced or supplemented by electronic underground navigation systems.
Electronic Underground Navigation Systems
Electronic underground navigation systems are advanced and sophisticated methods of tracking and locating miners in an underground mine. They rely on electronic devices and sensors to collect and transmit the location data of the miners and the mine environment. For example, an electronic system may involve a miner wearing a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag or a Wi-Fi-enabled device that communicates with a network of readers or access points installed in the mine. The readers or access points then send the location data to a central server or a control room, where the miners’ positions and movements are tracked and triangulated along a three-dimensional map of the mining site.
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New Wi-Fi Technology is Changing Underground Mining Safety:
Researchers are also looking towards the future, using new AI systems for Smart Systems and neural network algorithms to improve location and tracking systems throughout a mining site. The Algorithm can be trained to simulate the conditions of an underground mine and send a live feed from the algorithm, which calculates the distance between device positioning.
This accurate prediction software can eliminate accidents and improve mining conditions. New plans to offer 5G connectivity into the system will enhance the capacity of the network and lead to faster responses with the higher density connection.
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