| Department | Mining Engineering |
| Designation | Professor |
| Educational Qualification | Ph. D(Mining Engg.), M.Tech |
| pradhan_nitrr@yahoo.co.in | |
| Contact Number | 9826540711 |
Dr. M. Pradhan
Areas of Interest
Rock Excavation, Blasting Engineering
Publications
Papers Published in Journals:
Dewangan, P., Pradhan M. & Kishore Nawal (2012), “Use of Coal Combustion Residues in Mining Industry for Sustainable Development of Mining and Power Sector Together”, The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 50, No 02, pp 24-31(ISSN00195944)
Jade R.K., Shastry, B.S.& Pradhan, M.(2011), “Flow Effect of Two Way Splits and Junctions in Mine Airways- An Experimental and Computational Approach”, TheIndian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 50, No 02, pp 8-12. (ISSN00195944)
Pradhan Manoj (2010), Sleep Time-its Consequences on the Performance of Bulk Emulsion Explosive”, Journal of Scientific & Industrial Research, Vol 69, pp.125-128.(ISSN:0022-4456, Impact Factor0.514,SCI Journal)
Pradhan Manoj (2009), Effect of Charge Temperature on the Detonation Velocity of Bulk Emulsion Explosives”, Institution of Engineers Journal (Mining Series D) Vol 90,pp. 3-7.(ISSN 2250-2122, Springer Journal)
Jain R.K., Karera, A.C. & Pradhan M (2009), “Environment Related Legislations Applicable to Mining”, The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 48, No 11, pp 36-43. (ISSN00195944)
Dhekne, P.Y., Pradhan, M. & Bhatia R.P.S.(2009), “Rock Fragmentation due to Blasting-Some Alien Issues” Mining Engineering Journal,Vol10, No 6,pp10-14. (ISSN00195944)
Dhekne P.Y., Pradhan M (2008), “Explosive Energy Distribution in Rock Blasting”, The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 47, No 06, pp 9-18. (ISSN00195944)
Pradhan M, Pradhan R & Dhekne P.Y.(2007), “FRAGPRED: An Automated Solution for Rock Fragmentation Prediction” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 46, No 01, pp 20-24. (ISSN00195944)
Pradhan M & Pathak S (2007), “Dependency of VOD of Bulk Emulsion Explosive on its Density” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 46, No 10, pp 118-121. (ISSN00195944)
Pradhan, G.K & Pradhan, M (2006), ‘Mineral Resources & Development Scenario of Chhatisgarh” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 45, No 11, pp 37-44. (ISSN00195944)
Pradhan M, Verma G.R, & Ashplya B.M.(2006) ‘Evaluation of Explosive Performance by Continuous In-hole VOD Measurement in Full Scale Blast Environment” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 45,No 09 pp14-18. (ISSN00195944)
Verma G.R., Pradhan M & Patel M.D.(2006), ‘Establishment of Modified Predictor Equation for Prediction of Rock Fragmentation”, Mining Engineering Journal,Vol 07,No 8,pp13-21(ISSN0975-3001)
Pradhan M, Pathak S, Bhattacharjee P.K. Ashplya B.M.(2006), ‘Effect of Density on Detonation Velocity of Bulk Emulsion Explosives”, Mining Engineering Journal, Vol 07,No78,pp13-17. (ISSN0975-3001)
Dhekne P.Y. Pradhan M Dewangan P. Verma G.R. (2005) “Assessment of Excavation Method Using RMR Classification” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 44, No 11, pp 25-27. (ISSN00195944)
Verma G.R. Pradhan M & Bhattacharyajee P.K (2005), “Use of Site Mixed Emulsion in Captive Lime Stone Mines-A New Perspective” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 44, No 09, pp 22-26. (ISSN00195944)
Verma G. R. Pradhan M. & Mohgaonkar A.(2005),”Flyrock Accidents –by Chance or Improper Practice” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 44, No 07, pp 21-26. (ISSN00195944)
Pradhan M, Dewangan P & Dhekne P.Y.(2004), Estimation of Safe Peak Particle Velocity in the Vicinity of Blasting Site Near an Earthen Dam” Mining Engineering Journal,Vol 06,No04,pp23-28. (ISSN0975-3001)
Pradhan M, Dhekne P.Y. & Ashplya B.M. (2004), “ Application of Controlled Blasting for Drifting” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 43, No 08, pp 22-26. (ISSN00195944)
Pradhan M (1997),”Continuous Surface Miner and its Performance” The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal Vol 36, No12, pp 90-92. (ISSN00195944)
Papers Published Conferences / Seminars:
Pradhan M. & Jade R. (2012), “Detonation Behavior of Bulk Emulsion Explosive in Watery Blast Holes” Tenth International Symp. on Rock Fragmentation by Blasting, FRAGBLAST 10,(Abstract Submitted)
Pradhan G. K., Pradhan M,(2012, “Explosive Energy Distribution in an Explosive Column Through use of Non-explosive Material-case Studies of Some Indian Mines” Tenth International Symp. on Rock Fragmentation by Blasting, FRAGBLAST 10,(Abstract Submitted)
Singh V. K., Pradhan M. (2011), “Environment Clearance Process for Mining Projects”, National Seminar on Mining Technology for Sustainable Development” Nov.18-19, Raipur.
Hedau Smriti, Singh V.K. & Pradhan M.(2011), “Effect of Accelerator on the Rate of Chemical Gassing of Bulk Emulsion Explosives”, National Seminar on Mining Technology for Sustainable Development” Nov.18-19, Raipur.
Vansutre S, Pradhan M. & Singh A(2011), “Gemstone Mineralization in Bastar , Chhattisgarh and its Possible Role in Human Resourse Development” National Seminar on Mining Technology for Sustainable Development” Nov.18-19, Raipur
Jade R.K. & Pradhan M (2011), “Coal to Liquid Fuel Technology-Present and Future” International Conf. on Technological Challenges and management Issues for Sustainable Development of Mining Industries (TMSMI), Aug. 4-6, NIT Rourkela.
Pradhan M, (2011), “Effect of Charge Diameter on the VOD of Bulk Emulsion Explosive”, International Symposium on Mine Planning and Equipment Selection, Oct 12-14, Almaty, Rep. of Kazakistan.
Pradhan M. & Dhekne P.Y.(2009), “ Analysis of VOD-Diameter Data of Bulk Emulsion Explosives” MineTECH 10 National Seminar Mining Technology-Extraction, Beneficiation for Safe and Sustainable Development, May 7-8, Bhubneswar, pp 134-138.
Dewangan P, Pradhan M & Kishore N ( 2009), Utilization of Fly Ash as Structural Fill Material for Safe and Sustainable Development: Need of the Hour” MineTECH 10 national Seminar Mining Technology-Extraction, Beneficiation for Safe and Sustainable Development, May 7-8, Bhubneswar, pp 134-138.
Pradhan G. K., Pradhan M. & Thote N. R. (2009), “Use of Furnace Oil as Liquid Fuel in Site Mixed Slurry Explosive System- A Case Study” Ninth International Symp. on Rock Fragmentation by Blasting, Sep. Granda, Spain, pp 141-146.
Pradhan M (2009), “Bulk Explosive System Some Practical Tips” Seminar on Safety in Bulk Explosives” Org. by Petroleum & Safety Organization, Bhopal, 5th March, Bhopal, pp 1-12.
Patel M.D., Rawani, A. M. & Pradhan M (2009), “Environmental Impact Assessment Methodology of Noise Pollution due to Mining and Control Strategy: An Overview “International Symp. on Rock Mechanics & Geo Environment in Mining & Allied Industries, BHU, Varansi. pp. 556-562.
Dhekne P.Y, Pradhan M & Dewangan P (2008), “Role of Rock Mass Classification in Site Characterization” National Conference on Emerging Trends in Civil Engineering for Infrastructure Development, Org. by Dept of Civil Engineering ,NIT, Raipur, Dec 15-16,pp 226-233.
Dhekne P. Y. & Pradhan M (2007), “An Unexplored Aspect of Mine Accidents –Stress” Annual Mines Safety Fortnight, Wani Area WCL, Jan,02.
Pradhan M, Pathak S(2007), “ Dependency of VOD of Bulk Emulsion Explosive on its Density”, Mine Tech’07 National Seminar on Mining Technology –Present and Future, 21-22 Sept, pp118-121.
Dhekne P.Y. Pradhan M. (2006), “Rock Fragmentation Assessment by Image Analysis Software” National Seminar on Clean and Green Mining in Chhattisgarh: Problem and Prospects, Raipur Oct, 28.
Vansutre S, Pradhan M, Sahu G.R (2006) “On the Potentialities of Gem Industrry in Chhatisgarh” Conf. on Development of Chhatisgarh Vision 2010, Org by FOST, April 02,.
Mishra, V.K. Mishra, A.K. & Pradhan M ( 2005), “Mass Production Technology with Continuous Miner” Conference on Technological and Environmental Challenges in Mining and Allied Industries in the 21 Century , 5-6,Feb. 2005,NIT,Rourkela,India.pp15-25.
Pradhan M, Dhekne P.Y., Verma G.R. & Kumar Shekhar (2005), VOD-An Important Parameter for Selection of Explosives, 3rd National Seminar on Rock Excavation Techniques, RockEx’05, Nagpur Jan 8-9 pp 225-228.
Gupta R.N., Pradhan, M. Badal Rajeev,(1997), “A Study of Controlled Blasting Techniques in Drifting” International Seminar “ Tunelling Asia 1997, Org. by Central Board of Power & Irrigation , New Delhi,20-24 Jan, pp. 253-259.
Other Info.
Referee of Journal
Reviewer of Manuscripts for Journal Scientia Iranica, an Elsevier International Journal of Science and Technology,
Principal Consulting Editor of The Indian Mining and Engineering Journal
Reviewer of Manuscripts of Institution of Engineers Journal, Mining Engineering Part D series ( Springer Journal)
Editor of the Proceeding of Mine Tech”11, National Seminar on Mining Technology-for Sustainable Development ,18-19 Nov 2011, Raipur
Editor of the Proceeding of Mine Tech”07, National Seminar on Mining Technology-Present and Future,21-22 Sep 2007, Bhubneswar
Editor of the proceeding of MineTECH”10, National Seminar on Mining Technology- Extraction, Beneficiation for Safe Sustainable Development, 7-8 May, 2010, Bhubneswar.
Editor of the proceeding of The National Workshop “ Clean and Green Mining in Chhattisgarh – Problems and Prospects” organized by the Mining Engineers Association of India
Awards / Honours / Recognition
Biographical data included in Marquis Who’s Who in the World 2012 Edition 29th.
The Dr Rajendra Prasad Memorial Prize 2010, awarded by Institution of Engineers (I), Kolkatta.
Prof (Dr) H.R. Annireddy Memorial Award 2010 for Outstanding Research in Explosive Utilization, given by The IME journal Readers Forum, Bhubneswar.
Professional Body Membership
Institution of Engineers (India),Kolkata.
Mining Metallurgical & Geological Institution of India ,Kolkata.
Mining Engineer’s Association of india, Hydrabad.
Indian Society for Rock Mechanics and Tunnelling Technology, New Delhi.
Academic Responsibilities
Member, Senate, NIT Raipur.
Member, Academic Advisory Committee, NIT, Raipur (2008-09, 2009-10).
Member, Examination Committee, Mining Engg., NIT, Raipur(2009-10).
Member, Examination Committee, Applied Geology., NIT, Raipur (2009-10).
Chairman, Doctoral Research Committee, Mining Engineering Department, NIT, Raipur.
Chairman, Doctoral Guidance Committee( P.Y.Dhekne), Mining Engineering Department, NIT, Raipur.
Member, Doctoral Guidance Committee( L.K.Yadu), Civil Engineering Department, NIT, Raipur.
Dean, Faculty of Mining & Geology, Chhattisgargh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, Bhilai (2005-06).
Executive Council Member, Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekananda Technical University, Bhilai (2005-06).
Chairman, Board of Studies, Chhattigargh Swami Vivekananda Technical University, Bhilai (2005-06).
Member of Academic Council of Chhattigargh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, Raipur.(2006-07).
Member of Academic Planning and Evaluation Board of Chhattigargh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, Bhilai (2006-07).
Chairman, Board of Studies, Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur (2004-06).
Chairman, Examination Committee, NIT, Raipur(2008).
Member, Academic Council for Govt. Engineering College (Autonomous), Raipur(2006).
Chairman, Examination Committee, Govt. Engineering College (Autonomous), Raipur (2006-07).
Chief Warden(boys), NIT, Raipur (2013-14).
Warden, Kotumser Hostel, NIT ,Raipur.
Member, Apex body, Anti Ragging Committee, NIT Raipur.
Member, Research and Consultancy Committee, NIT, Raipur.
Member, Students Grievances and Redressal and Disciplinary Committee, NIT, Raipur.
Chairman, Warden’s Committee, NIT, Raipur.
Head, Department of Mining Engineering, NIT Raipur.(2004-2009).
Member of Central Purchase Committee, NIT Raipur (2007-08).
Member of Purchase Committee, Examination Cell, NIT, Raipur( 2007-08).
Member, Fee Revision Committee, NIT Raipur2008.
CONSULTANCY PROJECTS
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S. No. |
Title |
Agency |
Period
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1
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Monitoring of Blast Practice and Controlled Blast Designing for the Construction of KSK Mahanadi Power Plant
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M/S KSK Mahanadi Power Company, Akaltara |
2010-11 |
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2 |
Establishment of Ground Vibration Predictor Equation for Century Limestone Mine, Baikuth |
M/S Century Cements, Baikunth |
2010-11 |
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3 |
Assessment of Technical Feasibility of the Bulk Emulsion Explosive at the Mines of SAIL, Bhilai Steel Plant
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M/S Steel Authority of India, Bhilai |
2009-10 |
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4 |
Assessment of Strength Properties of Coal Measuring Rocks
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M/S South Eastern Coalfields Ltd., Jamuna Colliery |
2009-10 |
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5 |
Assessment of Strength Properties of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S South Eastern Coalfields Ltd., Khurja Sub Area |
2010-11 |
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6 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S Shriram Gemicon Ltd, Nagpur |
2010-11 |
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7 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S South Eastern Coalfiels Ltd. Rajendra Sub Area, Sohagpur |
2009-10 |
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8 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S Sarda Minerals Ltd. Raipur
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2010-11 |
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9 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S Fateh pur East Coal Co. Raipur |
2009-2010 |
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10 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S South Eastern Coalfiels Ltd. Khurja Sub Area |
2008-09 |
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11 |
Establishment of Ground Vibration Predictor Equation for Century Limestone Mine,Bainkuth
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M/S Century Limestone Mine, Baikunth |
2007-08 |
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12 |
Monitoring of Basts to assess the Technical feasibility of bulk slurry explosive at Damonjodi of NALCO
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M/S IBP company Ltd. Korba |
2007-08 |
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13 |
Blast Design for Deep Hole Blasting at Dongorbore Iron Ore Mine, Rajnandgaon
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M/S Raipur Alloys & Steels, Raipur |
2007-08 |
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14 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rock
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M/S South Eastern Coalfields Ltd. Manikpur OCM, Korba |
2006-07 |
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15 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rock
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M/S Jindal Power & steels Ltd, Raigarh |
2006-07 |
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16 |
Investigation in to Founding Levels for the Structure at Stage I, NTPC, Seepat |
M/S National Thermal Power Carporation, Sipat, Bilaspur
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2006-07 |
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17 |
Monitoring of Blast to Assess its Possible Impact on Near by Structure
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M/S Soma Enterprises, NTC,Seepat |
2006-07 |
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18 |
Perfrmance evaluation of Bulk Slurry Explosive by In Hole VOD Measurement
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M/s IBP Company Ltd, Korba |
2005-06 |
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19 |
Controlled Blast Design for the Excavation at Kol Dam Hydro-Electric Project of NTPC |
Italian-Thai Development Public Limited Company, Kyan (H.P.) |
2005-06 |
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20 |
Controlled Blast Design for the Excavation at Kol Dam Hydro-Electric Project of NTPC |
Italian-Thai Development Public Limited Company, Kyan (H.P.) |
2005-06 |
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21 |
Geotechnical Investigation for the Assessment of Blastability of the Strata at the Raw Water Reservior Site, Stage II, Super Thermal Power Project, Sipat
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2005-06 |
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22 |
Classification of the Strata at the Raw Water Reservoir Site, Stage-I, NTPC, Super Thermal Power Project, Seepat. |
M/S Soma Enterprises, NTPc, Seepat |
2005-06 |
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23 |
Blast monitoring at Raw Water Reservoir Sit, NTPC |
M/S Soma Enterprises, NTPc, Seepat |
2004-05 |
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24 |
Inspection of Controlled Blast Design Practice
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M/S Soma Enterprises, NTPc, Seepat |
2005-06 |
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25 |
Classification of the Strata at the Raw Water Reservoir Site, Stage-II, NTPC, Super Thermal Power Project, Seepat. |
M/ S National Thermal Corporation, Seepat, Bilaspur |
2004-05 |
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26 |
Controlled Blast Design for the Protection of Earthen Dam at Sikasaar Hydro Electric Power Project |
M/S SEW Construction, Hydrabad |
2004-05 |
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27 |
Assessment of Strength Properties of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S Monnet Ispat, Raigarh |
2003-04 |
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28
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Assessment of Strength Properties Rocks |
M/S SEW Construction, Gangrel |
2003-04 |
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29 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S South Eastern Coalfiels Ltd. Rajendra Sub Area, Sohagpur |
2002-03 |
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30 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S Prakash Industries, Bilaspur |
2002-03 |
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31 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/s South Eastern Coalfields Ltd.. Bilaspur |
2001-02 |
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32 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S Raipur Alloys & Steels, Raipur |
2001-02 |
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33 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/s South Eastern Coalfields Ltd. Bilaspur |
2000-01 |
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34 |
Assessment of Strength Properties of Coal Measuring Rocks |
M/S Jayswal NECO Ltd, Raipur |
2000-01 |
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35 |
Assessment of Strength Properties of Coal Measuring Rocks |
Jindal Steel & Power, Raigarh |
2000-01 |
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36 |
Assessment of Strength Properties of Coal Measuring Rocks |
Monnet Ispat, Raipur |
2000-01 |
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37 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
South Eastern Coalfields Ltd. Rajendra Colliery |
1999-00 |
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38 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
South Eastern Coalfields Ltd. Rajendra Colliery |
1999-00 |
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39 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
Central Mine Planning & Design Institute, Bilaspur |
1994-95 |
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40 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
Central Mine Planning & Design Institute, Bilaspur |
1994-95 |
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41 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
South Eastern Coalfields Ltd. Bilaspur Rajgamar Colliery |
1993-94 |
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42 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks |
Central Mine Planning & Design Institute, Bilaspur ( Korba) |
1993-94 |
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43 |
Assessment of Strength Properties and Elastic Behavior of Coal Measuring Rocks, |
Central Mine Planning & Design Institute, Bhubneswar ( Kurja) |
1991-92 |