Mining Contract: Weak Rock Mass in Nevada Gold Mines: Behavior, Support Design, and Performance

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Contract #	200-2011-39965
Start Date	8/1/2011
End Date	8/1/2016
Research Concept	Better insight is needed into the behavior of weak rock mass and support performance to achieve better support system design in weak rock conditions. This research will address ground control design issues in weak rock masses, evaluate weak rock mass support systems, and develop targeted support design guidelines and methodology.
Topic Area	Geologic Characterization

Contract Status & Impact

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