A Study of Mine Surveying Methods and Their Applications to Mining Engineering (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Master the science and practice of mine surveying with practical methods that improve accuracy, safety, and decision-making in underground work.

This book presents the essential theory, historical context, and real-world techniques used to survey mines. It emphasizes careful measurement, mapping, and planning to determine boundaries, locate shafts, estimate ore value, and protect underground operations.

- Grounded guidance on instruments and methods, from transits and levels to tapes and the latest tooling for underground work
- How to conduct underground traverses, project shafts, and connect surface and subsurface measurements accurately
- Practical problem scenarios and step‑by‑step reasoning for locating shafts, calculating depths, and determining ore tonnage
- Realistic discussion of challenges like poor light, gas, dust, and tight spaces, plus strategies to minimize disruption to mining

Ideal for students and professionals seeking a solid, hands‑on foundation in mine surveying and its mining applications.

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