Advanced Coal Mining and Coal Utilization Technologies
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "H: Geo-Energy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2024 | Viewed by 154
Special Issue Editors
Interests: rock mechanics; geological hazard monitoring; surrounding rock support; slope stability
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Interests: landslide and collapse geological hazard assessment methods; rock mass structure and engineering stability research; deep coal mine safety
Interests: rock mechanics
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue on “Advanced Coal Mining and Coal Utilization Technologies” is a comprehensive exploration of the latest advancements in the methodologies of coal mining and their pivotal role in optimizing the extraction of energy from coal. This collection of scholarly contributions delves deeply into the multifaceted realm of coal mining technologies with a central emphasis on enhancing the efficiency, sustainability, and utilization of coal energy.
Amidst the evolving global energy landscape, this Special Issue presents a compendium of the innovative approaches and cutting-edge technologies that are revolutionizing the coal mining industry. Researchers and industry experts converge to elucidate advanced mining techniques, with a focus on automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence, all aimed at augmenting productivity while ensuring a safer working environment for miners.
Moreover, this Special Issue places significant focus on the utilization of coal as an energy resource in an environmentally conscious manner. The papers within discuss the integration of clean coal technologies; carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) strategies; and efficient coal-to-energy conversion processes. This integration serves as a cornerstone in addressing the environmental concerns associated with coal-based energy production while maximizing the resource's potential.
In conclusion, the assembly of scholarly contributions in this Special Issue on advanced coal mining serves as a catalyst for fostering discussions, innovations, and collaborations in the pursuit of a more sustainable and optimized approach to coal mining and coal utilization, while addressing the evolving energy needs of our world.
Prof. Dr. Chun Zhu
Dr. Jianhua Yan
Dr. Fei Wu
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- coal mining
- advanced technologies
- energy extraction
- sustainability
- environmental impact
- CCUS
