Types of Mine Supports: Timber, Iron and Steel | Rock Mechanics | Mining Technology
Read this article to learn about the types of mine supports. The types are: 1. Timber 2. Iron & Steel. Type # 1. Timber as Mine Support: Timber is the most commonly used material for support in a mine as it is cheap and easily available. Dry and seasoned sal (Hindi-Sakhwa) props and bars are used in some parts of [...]