Mining considerations for in situ oil shale development. [Block caving, room-and-pillar, and sublevel caving methods]

Mining considerations inherent in the in situ development of oil shale are examined. Three mining methods are evaluated with regard to their potential for producing a rubble column suitable for retorting. These are: 1) block caving, 2) sublevel room and pillar mining, and 3) sublevel caving. Physical and environmental constraints are also discussed and their impact on a shale oil industry evaluated.

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Citation "\"Reynolds, W.J.\""
Is NETL associated "\"Yes\""
NETL Point of Contact "\"Roy Long\""
NETL Point of Contact's Email "\"Roy.long@netl.doe.gov\""
NETL program or project "\"KMD\""
Publication Date "\"7/21/1975\""
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notes Mining considerations inherent in the in situ development of oil shale are examined. Three mining methods are evaluated with regard to their potential for producing a rubble column suitable for retorting. These are: 1) block caving, 2) sublevel room and pillar mining, and 3) sublevel caving. Physical and environmental constraints are also discussed and their impact on a shale oil industry evaluated.
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title Mining considerations for in situ oil shale development. [Block caving, room-and-pillar, and sublevel caving methods]