A system for remotely operating a machine, such as a mine vehicle, includes at least one first emitter for emitting a first signal corresponding to a first zone adjacent to the machine. A transmitter is provided for receiving the first signal emitted by the emitter, the transmitter being adapted for issuing commands for controlling the machine and also indicating the presence of the transmitter in the first zone. A controller is also provided for controlling the machine based on the control signals from the transmitter based on the presence of the transmitter in the first zone. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21D 9/10 - Exécution en utilisant des machines à forer ou à inciser
E21C 35/00 - Détails ou accessoires de machines pratiquant des saignées ou libérant complètement la matière minérale de la veine, non prévus dans les groupes , ou
An apparatus is provided for forming a borehole in a surface of a mine passage or providing support for the surface. A mast includes a rotary drill head adapted to move along an axis of the mast toward or away from the surface of the mine passage. A holder is adapted for holding a plurality of drill elements, such as a starter steel, a finisher steel, and a roof anchor or bolt. The holder extends along an axis transverse to the axis of the drill head, and may take the form of a rotary carousel. A manipulator, such as a carriage, is adapted to move from a retracted position for gripping one drill element from the holder to an advanced position. In the advanced position, the manipulator or carriage is further adapted to rotate to align the one drill element with the axis of the drill head for forming the borehole or insertion into the borehole during the advance of the drill head toward the surface of the mine passage. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 7/02 - Appareils de forage caractérisés par des moyens de transport terrestre, p. ex. montés sur des patins ou des roues
E21B 19/14 - Râteliers, rampes, gouttières ou casiers pour contenir les éléments de tige isolés ou assemblésManipulation entre l'aire de stockage et le trou de forage
E21B 19/08 - Appareils pour faire avancer les tiges ou les câblesAppareils pour augmenter ou diminuer la pression sur l'outil de forageAppareils pour compenser le poids des tiges
An apparatus is for installing one or more bolts in a roof of a mine, potentially in an autonomous manner. A sensor captures image data of the roof of the mine. A controller automatically controls a boom associated with a bolter to install the bolts based at least partially on the image data. A system for capturing image data of a mine is also provided, which includes at least one sensor to capture current or present image data of a portion of the mine, such as the roof, and a controller for comparing the current or present image data to previously-collected, pre-existing image data, so as to determine a location in the mine based on the comparison. Related methods are also disclosed.
An apparatus is for installing support for a surface of a mine passage, such as a mine roof, using an object, such as a roof bolt. The apparatus includes a driver adapted to advance toward the surface for driving the object into the surface. A gripper includes first and second arms for gripping the object in a deployed position, such as upper and lower arms. The arms are linked such that engagement by one of the arms with the driver during advance causes the arms to retract towards each other (downwardly, for example, in the case of the upper arm, and upwardly, for example, in the case of the lower arm). Related methods are also disclosed.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
Produits et services
Excavating machines; machines for applying components to
refractory ladles; machines for applying curved plates to
refractory ladles; mechanical spreaders; mechanical and
hydraulic lifts; cleaning machines; demolition wrecking
machines; buckets for earth moving machines; mechanical
discharging hoppers; machines for blast cleaning a surface;
particle blast cleaning machines and structural parts
thereof. Gas flow monitors. Installation, maintenance and repair of industrial
machinery.
A drilling machine, including a drill and a boom, are used for drilling boreholes in the face of a mine. A sensor may scan the mine and create a virtual environment representing the mine based on that scan. The drilling machine may include a computer for moving the drill and the boom from a first position to a second position based at least partially on evaluation of the kinematic redundancy of the drill and boom. This may be used to avoid a collision in moving the drill and boom from the first position to the second position.
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
Produits et services
(1) Excavating machines; machines for applying components to refractory ladles; machines for applying curved plates to refractory ladles; mechanical spreaders; mechanical and hydraulic lifts; cleaning machines; demolition wrecking machines; buckets for earth moving machines; mechanical discharging hoppers; machines for blast cleaning a surface; particle blast cleaning machines and structural parts thereof.
(2) Gas flow monitors. (1) Installation, maintenance and repair of industrial machinery.
8.
System and method for porous plug removal and installation
A system and method for installing and removing a porous plug relative to a port of metallurgic ladle includes an extendable boom rotatable about vertical axis and pivotable up and down at a first end of the boom. A mast is coupled to a second end of the boom and rotatable about multiple axes relative to the boom to position or maintain the mast in a given orientation, such as in alignment with the port of the ladle in response to rotatable or pivotable movement of the boom. The mast includes a slider mast that is translatable along the length of the mast to insert the plug or retract the plug. The mast may also include jaw grippers to secure the plug and may be configured to rotate the plug relative to the mast. The system may automatically control the position and orientation of the boom, mast, and slider mast.
The system and method of processing a used wind turbine blade provides for processing of a blade at the site of the windmill rather than transporting the blade to a processing facility. The blade may be held stationary while a cutter, such as a drum or plate with cutting teeth, is moved along a portion of the blade to shred the blade. This shredding may occur within a cutting chamber. The blade may be fed into the cutting chamber with a feeder. Smaller particles may be removed or filtered from the air within the cutting chamber and larger particles may be removed and collected in a receptacle. Portions of or the entire system may be made mobile by mounting or otherwise connecting the system to a mobile support, such as a trailer.
The system and method of processing a used wind turbine blade provides for processing of a blade at the site of the windmill rather than transporting the blade to a processing facility. The blade may be held stationary while a cutter, such as a drum or plate with cutting teeth, is moved along a portion of the blade to shred the blade. This shredding may occur within a cutting chamber. The blade may be fed into the cutting chamber with a feeder. Smaller particles may be removed or filtered from the air within the cutting chamber and larger particles may be removed and collected in a receptacle. Portions of or the entire system may be made mobile by mounting or otherwise connecting the system to a mobile support, such as a trailer.
B02C 23/24 - Passage de gaz au travers de la zone de broyage ou de désagrégation
B02C 21/02 - Installations de désagrégation transportables
B02C 18/14 - Désagrégation par couteaux ou autres organes coupants ou déchirants qui transforment le matériau en fragmentsHachoirs ou appareils similaires utilisant des vis ou analogue à couteaux rotatifs à l'intérieur de récipients horizontaux
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
Produits et services
Excavating machines; machines for applying components to refractory ladles; machines for applying curved plates to refractory ladles; mechanical spreaders; mechanical and hydraulic lifts; demolition wrecking machines; buckets for earth moving machines; mechanical discharging hoppers; machines for blast cleaning a surface; particle blast cleaning machines and structural parts thereof Gas flow monitors Installation, maintenance and repair of industrial machinery
12.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR POROUS PLUG REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
A system and method for installing and removing a porous plug relative to a port of metallurgic ladle includes an extendable boom rotatable about vertical axis and pivotable up and down at a first end of the boom. A mast is coupled to a second end of the boom and rotatable about multiple axes relative to the boom to position or maintain the mast in a given orientation, such as in alignment with the port of the ladle in response to rotatable or pivotable movement of the boom. The mast includes a slider mast that is translatable along the length of the mast to insert the plug or retract the plug. The mast may also include jaw grippers to secure the plug and may be configured to rotate the plug relative to the mast. The system may automatically control the position and orientation of the boom, mast, and slider mast.
A system and method for installing and removing a porous plug relative to a port of metallurgic ladle includes an extendable boom rotatable about vertical axis and pivotable up and down at a first end of the boom. A mast is coupled to a second end of the boom and rotatable about multiple axes relative to the boom to position or maintain the mast in a given orientation, such as in alignment with the port of the ladle in response to rotatable or pivotable movement of the boom. The mast includes a slider mast that is translatable along the length of the mast to insert the plug or retract the plug. The mast may also include jaw grippers to secure the plug and may be configured to rotate the plug relative to the mast. The system may automatically control the position and orientation of the boom, mast, and slider mast.
(1) Mining machines, namely, roof bolters, face drills, bench drills, scalers, powder loader machines, long hole drills and lifting booms; mining machines, namely vacuum dust collectors and mobile roof supports for roof bolters and drills used in mining
An apparatus in the form of an adapter for forming a connection comprising a first part adapted for coupling with a second part by a quick-release coupling formed by a first projection of the first part having an at least partial dovetail shape and a recess of the second part having an at least partial dovetail shape. An opening in the recess is adapted for receiving the projection in an axial direction. In other embodiments, the adapter is: (1) frictionally enhanced for engaging an internal portion of the drilling element; (2) includes a radial projection elongated in an axial direction for engaging the internal portion of the one drilling element; and/or (3) has a cutter for scoring an internal portion of the one drilling element upon being inserted therein and rotated. An adapter is also disclosed for use with a drill check, including for creating a “twist lock” connection.
B23B 51/12 - Adaptateurs pour forets ou mandrinsDouilles de réduction coniques
B23B 31/113 - Caractérisés par les dispositifs de maintien ou de serrage ou par leurs moyens d'action directe le maintien étant assuré par liaison du type à baïonnette
18.
AUTONOMOUS ROOF BOLTER WITH SENSOR AND RELATED METHODS
An apparatus is for installing one or more bolts in a roof of a mine, potentially in an autonomous manner. A sensor captures image data of the roof of the mine. A controller automatically controls a boom associated with a bolter to install the bolts based at least partially on the image data. A system for capturing image data of a mine is also provided, which includes at least one sensor to capture current or present image data of a portion of the mine, such as the roof, and a controller for comparing the current or present image data to previously-collected, pre-existing image data, so as to determine a location in the mine based on the comparison. Related methods are also disclosed.
An apparatus is for installing one or more bolts in a roof of a mine, potentially in an autonomous manner. A sensor captures image data of the roof of the mine. A controller automatically controls a boom associated with a bolter to install the bolts based at least partially on the image data. A system for capturing image data of a mine is also provided, which includes at least one sensor to capture current or present image data of a portion of the mine, such as the roof, and a controller for comparing the current or present image data to previously-collected, pre-existing image data, so as to determine a location in the mine based on the comparison. Related methods are also disclosed.
An apparatus is for installing support for a surface of a mine passage, such as a mine roof, using an object, such as a roof bolt. The apparatus includes a driver adapted to advance toward the surface for driving the object into the surface. A gripper includes first and second arms for gripping the object in a deployed position, such as upper and lower arms. The arms are linked such that engagement by one of the arms with the driver during advance causes the arms to retract towards each other (downwardly, for example, in the case of the upper arm, and upwardly, for example, in the case of the lower arm). Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 23/00 - Appareils pour déplacer, mettre en place, verrouiller, libérer ou retirer, les outils, les packers ou autres éléments dans les trous de forage
F15B 15/02 - Schéma mécanique de montage caractérisé par les moyens transformant le mouvement de l'élément entraîné par le fluide en mouvement de l'organe terminal qui est actionné
21.
MINE DRILL MODULE INCLUDING GRIPPER WITH FOLDING ARMS
An apparatus is for installing support for a surface of a mine passage, such as a mine roof, using an object, such as a roof bolt. The apparatus includes a driver adapted to advance toward the surface for driving the object into the surface. A gripper includes first and second arms for gripping the object in a deployed position, such as upper and lower arms. The arms are linked such that engagement by one of the arms with the driver during advance causes the arms to retract towards each other (downwardly, for example, in the case of the upper arm, and upwardly, for example, in the case of the lower arm). Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 23/00 - Appareils pour déplacer, mettre en place, verrouiller, libérer ou retirer, les outils, les packers ou autres éléments dans les trous de forage
F15B 15/02 - Schéma mécanique de montage caractérisé par les moyens transformant le mouvement de l'élément entraîné par le fluide en mouvement de l'organe terminal qui est actionné
A system for drilling one or more boreholes in a face of a mine passage including markers attached to the mine passage. A drilling machine includes one or more drills for drilling the one or more boreholes, and a first sensor for sensing a position of the markers. Based on the sensed position of the at least two markers, a computer determines: (i) a survey vector generally parallel to the line; and (ii) a face plane generally orthogonal to the survey vector and coincident with a location where the survey vector intersects the face. A controller may be provided for automatically controlling the feeding of the drill(s) based on the location of the face plane and the back plane to form the boreholes in the face. A back plane may also be determined to ensure that all boreholes are drilled to a corresponding depth. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 7/02 - Appareils de forage caractérisés par des moyens de transport terrestre, p. ex. montés sur des patins ou des roues
E21B 47/09 - Localisation ou détermination de la position d'objets dans les trous de forage ou dans les puitsIdentification des parties libres ou bloquées des tubes
E21C 37/00 - Autres procédés ou dispositifs d'abattage avec ou sans chargement
An autonomous roof bolter includes a material handling system having a storage pod with a plurality of spaced, fixed holders, each receiving at least one of a plurality of roof bolts. A guidance system may automatically guide the roof bolter to a location for installing a roof bolt, such as by using a manipulator for retrieving the roof bolt from the storage pod and delivering it to a drill mast. The guidance provided by the guidance system may be distance or direction. Related methods are disclosed.
An apparatus in the form of an adapter for forming a connection comprising a first part adapted for coupling with a second part by a quick-release coupling formed by a first projection of the first part having an at least partial dovetail shape and a recess of the second part having an at least partial dovetail shape. An opening in the recess is adapted for receiving the projection in an axial direction. In other embodiments, the adapter is: (1) frictionally enhanced for engaging an internal portion of the drilling element; (2) includes a radial projection elongated in an axial direction for engaging the internal portion of the one drilling element; and/or (3) has a cutter for scoring an internal portion of the one drilling element upon being inserted therein and rotated. An adapter is also disclosed for use with a drill chuck, including for creating a “twist lock” connection.
B23B 51/12 - Adaptateurs pour forets ou mandrinsDouilles de réduction coniques
B23B 31/113 - Caractérisés par les dispositifs de maintien ou de serrage ou par leurs moyens d'action directe le maintien étant assuré par liaison du type à baïonnette
E21B 17/03 - AccouplementsJoints entre la tige ou le tube de forage et le moteur de forage, p. ex. entre la tige de forage et le marteau
An apparatus for treating a surface has a vehicle including an extensible boom. A multi-purpose hood is attached to the boom. The hood includes at least one nozzle for spraying a fluid through an outlet of the hood, the nozzle adapted for reciprocating, non-rotational movement in a generally linear direction relative to the opening in the hood. The multi-purpose hood may be adapted for rotating independently about three different axes, and may include a first actuator for controlling a roll of the hood, a second actuator for controlling a yaw of the hood, a third actuator for controlling a pitch of the hood, and a fourth actuator for controlling an extension of the boom and a second actuator for controlling a swing of the boom. The extensible boom may be connected to a telescoping conduit for communicating fluid along the boom to or from the multi-purpose hood. Related methods are also disclosed.
B05B 13/00 - Machines ou installations pour appliquer des liquides ou d'autres matériaux fluides sur des surfaces d'objets ou de matériaux par pulvérisation, non couverts par les groupes
B05B 13/04 - Moyens pour supporter l'ouvrageDisposition ou assemblage des têtes de pulvérisationAdaptation ou disposition des moyens pour entraîner des pièces les têtes de pulvérisation étant déplacées au cours de l'opération
B05B 14/30 - Aménagements pour collecter, réutiliser ou éliminer le matériau de pulvérisation excédentaire comprenant des enceintes proches de l'objet à pulvériser, ou en contact avec celui-ci, et entourant ou confinant le pulvérisat ou le jet évacué mais non l’objet à pulvériser
B08B 3/02 - Nettoyage par la force de jets ou de pulvérisations
B24C 3/06 - Machines ou dispositifs de traitement au jet abrasifInstallations de traitement au jet abrasif caractérisés par la disposition des éléments d'assemblage les uns par rapport aux autres mobilesMachines ou dispositifs de traitement au jet abrasifInstallations de traitement au jet abrasif caractérisés par la disposition des éléments d'assemblage les uns par rapport aux autres portatifs
B24C 9/00 - Accessoires des machines ou dispositifs de traitement au jet abrasif, p. ex. enceintes de travail, dispositions pour la manutention des abrasifs usés
An apparatus serves to grip a cable for delivery into a borehole in a surface of a mine passage in connection with an actuator, such as a drill mast having a carriage capable of being advanced and retracted along the drill mast. A pusher is formed from a pair of jaws for engaging the cable. The jaws may be biased toward a first position for engaging the cable during an advance of the carriage, and automatically movable to a second position for releasing from engagement with the cable during a retraction of the carriage. The pusher may be pivotally mounted to a carriage capable of being advanced and retracted along a drill mast, which movement may cause the jaws to self-actuate for engaging and advancing the cable during an upstroke and release therefrom during a downstroke. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 19/22 - Manipulation de tubes ou de tiges enroulés, p. ex. de tubes de forage flexibles
E21B 23/14 - Appareils pour déplacer, mettre en place, verrouiller, libérer ou retirer, les outils, les packers ou autres éléments dans les trous de forage pour déplacer un câble ou un outil manœuvré par câble, p. ex. pour les opérations de diagraphie ou de perforation dans les puits déviés
An apparatus serves to grip a cable for delivery into a borehole in a surface of a mine passage in connection with an actuator, such as a drill mast having a carriage capable of being advanced and retracted along the drill mast. A pusher is formed from a pair of jaws for engaging the cable. The jaws may be biased toward a first position for engaging the cable during an advance of the carriage, and automatically movable to a second position for releasing from engagement with the cable during a retraction of the carriage. The pusher may be pivotally mounted to a carriage capable of being advanced and retracted along a drill mast, which movement may cause the jaws to self-actuate for engaging and advancing the cable during an upstroke and release therefrom during a downstroke. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 19/08 - Appareils pour faire avancer les tiges ou les câblesAppareils pour augmenter ou diminuer la pression sur l'outil de forageAppareils pour compenser le poids des tiges
An apparatus serves to grip a cable for delivery into a borehole in a surface of a mine passage in connection with an actuator, such as a drill mast having a carriage capable of being advanced and retracted along the drill mast. A pusher is formed from a pair of jaws for engaging the cable. The jaws may be biased toward a first position for engaging the cable during an advance of the carriage, and automatically movable to a second position for releasing from engagement with the cable during a retraction of the carriage. The pusher may be pivotally mounted to a carriage capable of being advanced and retracted along a drill mast, which movement may cause the jaws to self-actuate for engaging and advancing the cable during an upstroke and release therefrom during a downstroke. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 19/22 - Manipulation de tubes ou de tiges enroulés, p. ex. de tubes de forage flexibles
E21B 23/14 - Appareils pour déplacer, mettre en place, verrouiller, libérer ou retirer, les outils, les packers ou autres éléments dans les trous de forage pour déplacer un câble ou un outil manœuvré par câble, p. ex. pour les opérations de diagraphie ou de perforation dans les puits déviés
29.
Combined function joystick for drilling machine and related method
An apparatus for drilling with a drilling machine including a boom for supporting a drill and a feed for feeding the drill. A single joystick is adapted for controlling the movement of the boom and the feed independently or together, such as according to different protocols (e.g., for causing movement of the boom and feed in the same direction, or in different directions). Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 7/02 - Appareils de forage caractérisés par des moyens de transport terrestre, p. ex. montés sur des patins ou des roues
G05G 9/047 - Mécanismes de commande manuelle équipés d'un seul organe de commande travaillant avec plusieurs organes commandés, p. ex. en sélection ou simultanément l'organe de commande étant manœuvré de différentes manières indépendantes, chacune de ces manœuvres individuelles entraînant un seul organe commandé dans lesquels la manœuvre de l'organe de commande peut être effectuée de plusieurs manières simultanément l'organe de commande étant manœuvré à la main autour d'axes orthogonaux, p. ex. manches à balai
30.
OPPORTUNITY CHARGING SYSTEM FOR MINING APPLICATIONS
An opportunity charging system for providing power from one mining machine to another. The mining machines may comprise mobile vehicles, such as for example a loader and a hauler. The charging system may involve charging the loader while it is loading the hauler, or vice-versa. A third machine, such as a miner, may also form part of the system. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21F 13/00 - Transport spécialement adapté aux conditions du fond
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
31.
QUICK-RELEASE COUPLING FOR DRILLING AND RELATED METHODS
An apparatus in the form of an adapter for forming a connection comprising a first part adapted for coupling with a second part by a quick-release coupling formed by a first projection of the first part having an at least partial dovetail shape and a recess of the second part having an at least partial dovetail shape. An opening in the recess is adapted for receiving the projection in an axial direction. In other embodiments, the adapter is: (1) frictionally enhanced for engaging an internal portion of the drilling element; (2) includes a radial projection elongated in an axial direction for engaging the internal portion of the one drilling element; and/or (3) has a cutter for scoring an internal portion of the one drilling element upon being inserted therein and rotated. An adapter is also disclosed for use with a drill chuck, including for creating a "twist lock" connection.
An apparatus in the form of an adapter for forming a connection comprising a first part adapted for coupling with a second part by a quick-release coupling formed by a first projection of the first part having an at least partial dovetail shape and a recess of the second part having an at least partial dovetail shape. An opening in the recess is adapted for receiving the projection in an axial direction. In other embodiments, the adapter is: (1) frictionally enhanced for engaging an internal portion of the drilling element; (2) includes a radial projection elongated in an axial direction for engaging the internal portion of the one drilling element; and/or (3) has a cutter for scoring an internal portion of the one drilling element upon being inserted therein and rotated. An adapter is also disclosed for use with a drill chuck, including for creating a "twist lock" connection.
An apparatus for treating a surface has a vehicle including an extensible boom. A multi-purpose hood is attached to the boom. The hood includes at least one nozzle for spraying a fluid through an outlet of the hood, the nozzle adapted for reciprocating, non-rotational movement in a generally linear direction relative to the opening in the hood. The multi-purpose hood may be adapted for rotating independently about three different axes, and may include a first actuator for controlling a roll of the hood, a second actuator for controlling a yaw of the hood, a third actuator for controlling a pitch of the hood, and a fourth actuator for controlling an extension of the boom and a second actuator for controlling a swing of the boom. The extensible boom may be connected to a telescoping conduit for communicating fluid along the boom to or from the multi-purpose hood. Related methods are also disclosed.
B08B 3/02 - Nettoyage par la force de jets ou de pulvérisations
B24C 3/06 - Machines ou dispositifs de traitement au jet abrasifInstallations de traitement au jet abrasif caractérisés par la disposition des éléments d'assemblage les uns par rapport aux autres mobilesMachines ou dispositifs de traitement au jet abrasifInstallations de traitement au jet abrasif caractérisés par la disposition des éléments d'assemblage les uns par rapport aux autres portatifs
B05B 14/30 - Aménagements pour collecter, réutiliser ou éliminer le matériau de pulvérisation excédentaire comprenant des enceintes proches de l'objet à pulvériser, ou en contact avec celui-ci, et entourant ou confinant le pulvérisat ou le jet évacué mais non l’objet à pulvériser
34.
MULTIPURPOSE MACHINE FOR SURFACE TREATMENT AND RELATED METHOD
An apparatus for treating a surface has a vehicle including an extensible boom. A multi-purpose hood is attached to the boom. The hood includes at least one nozzle for spraying a fluid through an outlet of the hood, the nozzle adapted for reciprocating, non-rotational movement in a generally linear direction relative to the opening in the hood. The multi- purpose hood may be adapted for rotating independently about three different axes, and may include a first actuator for controlling a roll of the hood, a second actuator for controlling a yaw of the hood, a third actuator for controlling a pitch of thc hood, and a fourth actuator for controlling an extension of the boom and a second actuator for controlling a swing of the boom. The extensible boom rnay be connected to a telescoping conduit for communicating fluid along the boom to or from the multi- purpose hood. Related methods are also disclosed. Date Recue/Date Received 2020-09-21
B08B 3/02 - Nettoyage par la force de jets ou de pulvérisations
B05B 14/30 - Aménagements pour collecter, réutiliser ou éliminer le matériau de pulvérisation excédentaire comprenant des enceintes proches de l'objet à pulvériser, ou en contact avec celui-ci, et entourant ou confinant le pulvérisat ou le jet évacué mais non l’objet à pulvériser
B24C 3/06 - Machines ou dispositifs de traitement au jet abrasifInstallations de traitement au jet abrasif caractérisés par la disposition des éléments d'assemblage les uns par rapport aux autres mobilesMachines ou dispositifs de traitement au jet abrasifInstallations de traitement au jet abrasif caractérisés par la disposition des éléments d'assemblage les uns par rapport aux autres portatifs
Disclosed herein are material handling systems for a roof bolter that provide the ability to store and manipulate a large number of roof bolts as well as reduce operator effort and provide improvements in safety, efficiency and accuracy of bolt installation. Examples of material handling systems for a roof bolter include a plurality of roof bolts and a storage pod including a plurality of spaced, fixed holders, each fixed holder receiving at least one of the plurality of roof bolts. The plurality of spaced, fixed holders include a first plurality of openings in a first aligned row extending in a first direction, and a second plurality of openings in a second aligned row extending in a second direction generally perpendicular to the first direction.
An autonomous roof bolter includes a material handling system having a storage pod with a plurality of spaced, fixed holders, each receiving at least one of a plurality of roof bolts. A guidance system may automatically guide the roof bolter to a location for installing a roof bolt, such as by using a manipulator for retrieving the roof bolt from the storage pod and delivering it to a drill mast. The guidance provided by the guidance system may be distance or direction. Related methods are disclosed.
An apparatus for drilling with a drilling machine including a boom for supporting a drill and a feed for feeding the drill. A single joystick is adapted for controlling the movement of the boom and the feed independently or together, such as according to different protocols (e.g., for causing movement of the boom and feed in the same direction, or in different directions). Related methods are also disclosed.
G05G 9/00 - Mécanismes de commande manuelle équipés d'un seul organe de commande travaillant avec plusieurs organes commandés, p. ex. en sélection ou simultanément
An apparatus for drilling with a drilling machine including a boom for supporting a drill and a feed for feeding the drill. A single joystick is adapted for controlling the movement of the boom and the feed independently or together, such as according to different protocols (e.g., for causing movement of the boom and feed in the same direction, or in different directions). Related methods are also disclosed.
G05G 9/00 - Mécanismes de commande manuelle équipés d'un seul organe de commande travaillant avec plusieurs organes commandés, p. ex. en sélection ou simultanément
Drill bits for rock drilling; Drill chucks for power drills; Drills for the mining industry; Power drill accessories, namely, non-electrical adapters for use in joining extensions and power drill bits; Rock drills
A system for securing different first and second drill tools to a drill head including a socket is provided. The system includes a chuck adapted for positioning at least partially within the socket of the drill head, the chuck including a first opening for receiving the first drill tool. An adapter is configured for forming a selective locking engagement within the first opening of the chuck, the adapter including a second opening for receiving the second drill tool. The selective locking engagement may comprise a "twist lock" engagement, and the adapter may be arranged for receiving a roof bolt. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 17/03 - AccouplementsJoints entre la tige ou le tube de forage et le moteur de forage, p. ex. entre la tige de forage et le marteau
E21B 17/046 - AccouplementsJoints entre tige et trépan, ou entre tiges avec nervures, goupilles ou mâchoires et rainures complémentaires ou similaires, p. ex. accrochage à baïonnette
A system for securing different first and second drill tools to a drill head including a socket is provided. The system includes a chuck adapted for positioning at least partially within the socket of the drill head, the chuck including a first opening for receiving the first drill tool. An adapter is configured for forming a selective locking engagement within the first opening of the chuck, the adapter including a second opening for receiving the second drill tool. The selective locking engagement may comprise a "twist lock" engagement, and the adapter may be arranged for receiving a roof bolt. Related methods are also disclosed.
E21B 17/03 - AccouplementsJoints entre la tige ou le tube de forage et le moteur de forage, p. ex. entre la tige de forage et le marteau
E21B 17/046 - AccouplementsJoints entre tige et trépan, ou entre tiges avec nervures, goupilles ou mâchoires et rainures complémentaires ou similaires, p. ex. accrochage à baïonnette
A system for securing different first and second drill tools to a drill head including a socket is provided. The system includes a chuck adapted for positioning at least partially within the socket of the drill head, the chuck including a first opening for receiving the first drill tool. An adapter is configured for forming a selective locking engagement within the first opening of the chuck, the adapter including a second opening for receiving the second drill tool. The selective locking engagement may comprise a “twist lock” engagement, and the adapter may be arranged for receiving a roof bolt. Related methods are also disclosed.
B23B 31/00 - Mandrins de serrageMandrins extensiblesLeurs adaptations à la commande à distance
B25B 23/00 - Parties constitutives ou accessoires des clés à écrous, clés anglaises, tournevis
B23B 31/113 - Caractérisés par les dispositifs de maintien ou de serrage ou par leurs moyens d'action directe le maintien étant assuré par liaison du type à baïonnette
B23B 31/117 - Caractérisés par les dispositifs de maintien ou de serrage ou par leurs moyens d'action directe le maintien étant assurée uniquement par friction, p. ex. en utilisant des ressorts, des manchons élastiques, des cônes
E21D 21/00 - Boulons d'ancrage pour la protection du toit, de la sole ou du revêtement des puits
E21B 17/03 - AccouplementsJoints entre la tige ou le tube de forage et le moteur de forage, p. ex. entre la tige de forage et le marteau
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
Produits et services
(1) Mining machines, namely roof bolters, drills, coal cutters, scalers, dust collectors, powder loaders and parts therefor, timbering machines and parts therefor.
(2) Man trips namely vehicles for the safe transportation of personnel and equipment into underground work areas; mine tractors. (1) Repair and maintenance of mining machines and apparatus.
A drilling apparatus including a drill is disclosed for use with a mine roof bolter. The apparatus includes a support adapted to rotate the drill about two different axes. The first axis may be a vertical axis and the second axis may be a horizontal axis. The drilling apparatus includes a mast for supporting the drill and allowing relative movement of the drill with respect to the mast. The drilling apparatus additionally includes an element for longitudinally moving the mast with respect to the support. The drilling apparatus may further include a mesh aligner for aligning the mesh with respect to the drill. A drill guide with a small footprint may also be included which is capable retracting within a housing to avoid interference with a face of the mine when positioning the drilling apparatus.
A drilling apparatus including a drill is disclosed for use with a mine roof bolter. The apparatus includes a support adapted to rotate the drill about two different axes. The first axis may be a vertical axis and the second axis may be a horizontal axis. The drilling apparatus includes a mast for supporting the drill and allowing relative movement of the drill with respect to the mast. The drilling apparatus additionally includes an element for longitudinally moving the mast with respect to the support. The drilling apparatus may further include a mesh aligner for aligning the mesh with respect to the drill. A drill guide with a small footprint may also be included which is capable retracting within a housing to avoid interference with a face of the mine when positioning the drilling apparatus.
A towing apparatus for use with a vehicle having a passage, such as a walkway through a roof bolter. The apparatus includes a towing implement adapted for spanning the passage in an operative condition and for exposing the passage in a stowed condition. The towing implement may include a first member and a second member adapted for releasably connecting to the first member to provide the towing implement in the operative position and for disconnecting from the first member in the stowed condition
B60D 1/54 - Couplages de tractionAttelagesOrganes de tractionDispositifs de remorquage caractérisés par le montage repliables ou rétractables en position de non-emploi, p. ex. attelages escamotables
An apparatus for use in connection using a drill having a drilling element for forming a borehole in a face of a mine passage includes a drill guide for engaging the drilling element while permitting the drilling element to move toward the face for forming the borehole. The drill guide includes a keeper for keeping the drilling element in a desired position, which keeper is biased for pivoting movement upon the application of a manual force between an active position for capturing the drilling element and a retracted position for releasing the drilling element. A low profile drill guide is also disclosed, as is a guard for a drill guide, and also related methods.
An apparatus applies mesh from a roll to a face of a mine passage. A spindle is adapted for supporting the roll of mesh. An arm supporting the spindle extends in a generally vertical direction and is adapted for rotation about an axis aligned with a direction of elongation of the mine passage such that the spindle traverses a path for applying the mesh from the roll to the face. A mast independent of the arm carries a drill head for drilling into the face of the mine passage. Related methods are also described.
E21D 5/00 - Revêtement des puitsRevêtements à cet effet
E21D 11/15 - Plaques de revêtementGarnissages, c.-à-d. revêtements conçus pour retenir les matériaux de la formation ou pour transmettre la charge aux éléments de support principaux
E21D 11/40 - Dispositifs ou appareils pour la manutention ou le placement des unités de revêtement des tunnels ou des galeries
An apparatus applies mesh from a roll to a face of a mine passage. A spindle is adapted for supporting the roll of mesh. An arm supporting the spindle extends in a generally vertical direction and is adapted for rotation about an axis aligned with a direction of elongation of the mine passage such that the spindle traverses a path for applying the mesh from the roll to the face. A mast independent of the arm carries a drill head for drilling into the face of the mine passage. Related methods are also described.
E21D 19/00 - Couvertures protectrices temporaires pour l'espace de travail
E21D 11/00 - Revêtement de tunnels, galeries ou autres cavités souterraines, p. ex. de vastes chambres souterrainesRevêtements à cet effetLeur exécution sur place, p. ex. par assemblage
E21D 11/40 - Dispositifs ou appareils pour la manutention ou le placement des unités de revêtement des tunnels ou des galeries
There is provided an all-electric powered Ammonium Nitrate and Fuel Oil ("ANFO") vehicle. The all -electric powered ANFO vehicle includes a support structure. This support structure includes a first and second section and a steering section. The support structure also includes a lift apparatus configured to deliver explosives to a mine face in a mine tunnel. A self-contained battery module is removably mounted on the support structure. A pair of wheel sets is coupled to the support structure, with each wheel set including two wheels. One wheel of each wheel set is rotatably coupled on each side of the support structure. A motor is mounted on the support structure and is coupled to at least one wheel and the battery module. A motor controller, including a DC/AC inverter is coupled to the motor and the battery module.
F41H 11/16 - Véhicules de déminage à autopropulsionDispositifs de déminage pouvant être fixés à des véhicules
B60L 50/60 - Propulsion électrique par source d'énergie intérieure au véhicule utilisant de la puissance de propulsion fournie par des batteries ou des piles à combustible utilisant de l'énergie fournie par des batteries
There is provided an all-electric powered ANFO vehicle. The all-electric powered ANFO vehicle includes a support structure. This support structure includes a first and second section and a steering section. The support structure also includes a lift apparatus configured to deliver explosives to a mine face in a mine tunnel. A self-contained battery module is removably mounted on the support structure. A pair of wheel sets is coupled to the support structure, with each wheel set including two wheels. One wheel of each wheel set is rotably coupled on each side of the support structure. A motor is mounted on the support structure and is coupled to at least one wheel and the battery module. A motor controller, including a DC/AC inverter is coupled to the motor and the battery module.
F42D 1/10 - Chargement d'explosifs sous forme de poudre ou sous forme de bouillie aqueuseChargement d'explosifs par pression pneumatique ou hydraulique
B60L 1/00 - Fourniture de l'énergie électrique à l'équipement auxiliaire des véhicules à traction électrique
B60L 7/14 - Freinage dynamo-électrique par récupération pour véhicules propulsés par moteurs à courant alternatif
B60L 11/18 - utilisant de l'énergie fournie par des piles primaires, des piles secondaires ou des piles à combustibles
An all electric powered jumbo drill machine using provided AC electric power, includes a support structure and a plurality of wheel sets. A self-contained battery module is removably mounted on the support structure. At least one hydraulic hammer is coupled to the support structure. An AC motor is mounted on the support structure and coupled to at least one wheel set and the battery module. DC/AC inverter and variable speed drive is coupled to the AC motor and the battery module. A cable reel mounted on the support structure includes an electric cable coupled to one of a battery charger and the AC motor. Power is transmitted through the electric cable and energizes one of the AC motor coupled to the hydraulic hammer to drill in the mine and the battery charger to charge the battery. Power from the battery module powers the hydraulic motor and moves the support structure.
E21C 31/00 - Moyens d'entraînement incorporés aux machines pratiquant des saignées ou libérant complètement la matière minérale de la veine
E21B 7/02 - Appareils de forage caractérisés par des moyens de transport terrestre, p. ex. montés sur des patins ou des roues
E21B 15/00 - Supports pour la machine de forage, p. ex. tours de forage ou mâts de forage
E21B 19/00 - Manipulation de tiges, tubages, tubes ou autre objets analogues à l'extérieur du trou de forage, p. ex. dans la tour de forageAppareils pour faire avancer les tiges ou les câbles
An all-electric powered mobile jumbo drill machine configured to use provided AC electric power and on board battery provided electric power and operated in a mining environment.
An apparatus for use in connection using a drill having a drilling element for forming a borehole in a face of a mine passage includes a drill guide for engaging the drilling element while permitting the drilling element to move toward the face for forming the borehole. The drill guide includes a keeper for keeping the drilling element in a desired position, which keeper is biased for pivoting movement upon the application of a manual force between an active position for capturing the drilling element and a retracted position for releasing the drilling element. A low profile drill guide is also disclosed, as is a guard for a drill guide, and also related methods.
An apparatus is for use by an operator in forming boreholes in a mine passage including a rib and a roof. The apparatus includes a boom having a proximal end mounted to a base, such as a vehicle. A drill supported by the boom near a distal end thereof is adapted for drilling into the rib of the mine passage. An operator's station carried by the boom adjacent the drill includes a platform for supporting the operator arranged at least partially between a generally vertical plane aligned with the second lateral side and the rib. Accordingly, the operator can access the rib when positioned on the operator's station without interference from the boom.
An apparatus for use by an operator in forming boreholes in an underground mine passage including ribs and a roof. The apparatus includes a base and first and second booms pivotally mounted to the base for swinging toward and away from the adjacent lib. A drill is mounted to the base independent of the first and second booms. An actuator including first and second independently movable rods may be used to move the drill relative to the boom.
In a valveless percussive drill of the hydraulic type and incorporating a hammer assembly, an “intermediate” shoulder between the head portion and cushion portion of a reciprocating piston engages the end face of a distributor or liner, rather than an interior bearing structure for the piston. This end face can be made harder than the ulterior bearing structure, which may include a surface made of a different material than the piston. Collectively, the result is a percussive drill with the hammer assembly incorporating the piston substantially less susceptible to failure due to galling as the result of contamination in the working fluid.
An apparatus assists in preventing the accumulation of debris in a flow path during the formation of a borehole. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a drill head including a drive shaft for driving a drilling element to form the borehole. Preferably, the drilling element includes a passage forming a flow path for debris from the borehole. A carrier positioned adjacent the flow path is connected to at least one agitator connected to the carrier for agitating debris in the flow path, A related method pertains to manufacturing a drill head including an agitator.
An apparatus assists in preventing the accumulation of debris in a flow path during the formation of a borehole. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a drill head including a drive shaft for driving a drilling element to form the borehole. Preferably, the drilling element includes a passage forming a flow path for debris from the borehole. A carrier positioned adjacent the flow path is connected to at least one agitator connected to the carrier for agitating debris in the flow path. A related method pertains to manufacturing a drill head including an agitator.
E21B 21/16 - Procédés ou appareils pour nettoyer les trous de forage par jet de fluide, p. ex. en utilisant l'air d'échappement du moteur utilisant des fluides gazeux
E21B 7/00 - Procédés ou matériels particuliers pour le forage
63.
Drilling/bolting machine having a manual operator input device with enable switch and related methods
This invention relates to the control of a machine for performing drilling or bolting operation, such as in an underground mine. In one aspect, the invention comprises a system including an input device for manually controlling at least one aspect of the drilling or bolting operation and a controller associated with at least one neutral switch. An actuator actuates the drilling or bolting operation and includes a valve associated with the input device and the neutral switch. The input device is operative for controlling the drilling or bolting operation only when the valve is in a neutral position according to the neutral switch. Related input devices and methods are also disclosed.
A module is for use in drilling a borehole in face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked. Related aspects of control of the module and methods are disclosed.
In a valveless percussive drill of the hydraulic type and incorporating a hammer assembly, an 'intermediate' shoulder between the head portion and cushion portion of a reciprocating piston engages the end face of a distributor or liner, rather than an interior bearing structure for the piston. This end face can be made harder than the ulterior bearing structure, which may include a surface made of a different material than the piston. Collectively, the result is a percussive drill with the hammer assembly incorporating the piston substantially less susceptible to failure due to galling as the result of contamination in the working fluid.
B25D 9/00 - Outils portatifs à percussion entraînés par la pression d'un fluide, p. ex. ayant plusieurs têtes d'outils à percussion actionnées simultanément
66.
Split gib mounting arrangement for drilling components
Apparatus and methods are provided for assisting in mounting a wear pad to a drilling machine. A gib is split longitudinally into at least first and second portions creating a channel for receiving the wear pad. A portion of the wear pad may include a tenon, such as a dovetail, corresponding to the channel, or mortise. A fastener may be used to fasten the first and second portions of the gib together. In this configuration, the wear pad may be removed in a longitudinal direction or otherwise by separating the first and second portions of the gib.
In one aspect, a system assists an operator in controlling a machine, such as a bolter including a drill head for drilling a borehole in a mine passage having a face and installing a bolt therein, as well as possibly a miner for advancing the mine passage. A controller controls the operation of the machine, and a transmitter transmits to the controller control signals from the operator at a remote location from the borehole. A sensor causes the controller to take action, such as by providing a warning signal or disabling one or more aspects of the machine, if the operator is within a predetermined proximity of the drilling, bolting, or mining operation. Systems and methods pertain to other related aspects of the invention.
A module is for use in drilling a borehole in a face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked. Related aspects of control of the module and methods are disclosed.
A mine scaling vehicle for use in removing loose materials from the roof and walls of underground mines includes an articulated frame with a turntable mounted on a forward portion of the frame and a drive system mounted on the back portion of the frame. The turntable rotatably supports an operators cab and a boom carrying a scaling pick, with the operators cab being located centered rearwardly of the boom to provide improved scaling visability for the operator. The drive system and a hydraulic control system of the mine scaling vehicle are mounted on the frame located below a plane of the turntable to provide a low center of gravity of the mine scaling vehicle.
In one aspect, the invention comprises an instrumented drill head for intended use with a drilling machine including a drilling element, such as a drill bit. The drill head includes a case with a rotatable chuck for the drilling element. A first sensor associated with the drill head senses and generates an output signal representative of a first parameter of the drilling operation. A transmitter wirelessly transmits the signal to a receiver associated with a controller. A roof bolting machine including the drill head and a resin inserter is also disclosed, as are related methods of instrumenting a drill head and drilling using an instrumented drill head.
A module and related methods of use in drilling a borehole in a face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked.
A module and related methods of use in drilling a borehole in a face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked.
A module and related methods of use in drilling a borehole in a face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked.
A module and related methods of use in drilling a borehole in a face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked.
A module is for use in drilling a borehole in face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked. Related aspects of control of the module and methods are disclosed.
A module and related methods of use in drilling a borehole in a face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked.
A module and related methods of use in drilling a borehole in a face of a mine passage using a drilling element and installing a bolt in the borehole once formed. The module may include a bolt holder for holding a plurality of bolts and a drilling element holder for holding a plurality of different drilling elements. A manipulator moves along an arcuate path between the bolt and drilling element holders to deliver the respective components to a drill head positioned along the arcuate path. The drill head may also slide relative to the mast in two different directions, and includes a drill guide for determining the location of the face to be worked.
E21B 19/00 - Manipulation de tiges, tubages, tubes ou autre objets analogues à l'extérieur du trou de forage, p. ex. dans la tour de forageAppareils pour faire avancer les tiges ou les câbles
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
Produits et services
MINING MACHINES, NAMELY ROOF BOLTERS, DRILLS, COAL CUTTERS, SCALERS, DUST COLLECTORS, POWDER LOADERS AND PARTS THEREFOR, TIMBERING MACHINES AND PARTS THEREFOR LAND VEHICLES, MAN TRIPS, MINE TRACTORS REPAIR OR MAINTENANCE OF MINING MACHINES AND APPARATUS
12 - Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau; parties de véhicules
37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
Produits et services
MINING MACHINES, NAMELY ROOF BOLTERS, DRILLS, COAL CUTTERS, SCALERS, DUST COLLECTORS, POWDER LOADERS AND PARTS THEREFOR, TIMBERING MACHINES AND PARTS THEREFOR LAND VEHICLES, MAN TRIPS, MINE TRACTORS REPAIR OR MAINTENANCE OF MINING MACHINES AND APPARATUS
