Effectiveness of ventilation regulation in a simple diagonal system of underground mines

Izet Zeqiri¹, Jahir Gashi², Frasher Brahimaj¹, Rafet Zeqiri¹

¹University of Mitrovica “Isa Boletini”, Mitrovicë, Kosovo

²The Independent Commission for Mines and Minerals, Prishtinë, Kosovo

Min. miner. depos. 2022, 16(2):81-86

https://doi.org/10.33271/mining16.02.081

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      ABSTRACT

      Purpose. Each ventilation system has its own important elements, such as the various branches of the system, which can be connected in a normal and diagonal pattern, ventilation regulators and fans. Based on a professional approach to the analysis of this aeration system, a comparison of reliability results has been conducted, which indicates the real state of the microclimate in underground mines, affecting the increase in the prospects for the development of mining activity.

      Methods. This paper deals with the problem of ventilation in underground mines, especially in diagonal systems, and the importance of regulating ventilation to provide the required amount of air (Q, m³/min) through the entire system, taking into account the determination of the main fan depression.

      Findings. To ensure the required (designed) amount of air through the system branches, various methods of effective regulation are used in mining engineering. Therefore, based on research and measurements in different mine workings, our findings provide complete safety and comfort of microclimate during mining activity.

      Originality. The measurements performed and the database created according to the values and results obtained from the analytical calculations present the best possible estimate, which is substantiated in the paper.

      Practical implications. The problem of calculating and regulating aeration for a simple diagonal system has been solved, taking into account the determination of the main mine fan depression before and after the use of aeration regulators.

      Keywords: volume of air, ventilation system, adjusting sockets, aerodynamic resistance, ventilator, mine

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