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Mining coal with scrapers. [Draglines, shovels and scrapers]

Journal Article · · World Coal; (United States)
OSTI ID:7341927
The possibility of using scrapers and related earth-handling equipment is examined. Advantages and disadvantages are set out and the performance and cost of draglines, shovels and scrapers are compared. The use of scrapers is not recommended for all situations, but under some conditions, they may be more suitable than other types of machinery.
OSTI ID:
7341927
Journal Information:
World Coal; (United States), Journal Name: World Coal; (United States) Vol. 1:7; ISSN WOCOD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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