Abstract

To develop oil shales as an alternate energy resource, it will be necessary to develop appropriate mining techniques. In this regard, the mechanical properties of the ore must be determined. Section I of this paper presents data from a laboratory study to determine these properties. Uniaxial compression tests, longitudinal frequency tests, indirect tensile tests, and triaxial tests were performed. Section II uses data from section I to design an example underground mine. Strength properties are considered in the design of roof spans and pillars. It is concluded that underground mining of Kentucky oil shale is feasible with a possible extraction rate of 70 percent or more through an aggressive rock mechanics program and good mining practices.

Report Date

10-1982

Report Number

UKTRP-82-21

Digital Object Identifier

http://dx.doi.org/10.13023/KTC.RR.1982.21

Notes

Presented to Eastern Oil Shale Symposium (October, 1982: Lexington, Kentucky).

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