Assessment and Prevention of Mine Fires and Gas Disasters

Dear Colleagues,

Mine fires and gas disasters pose significant threats to mining operations worldwide, impacting safety and productivity. Assessing mine environments is crucial in identifying potential fire and gas disaster risks. This summary highlights the importance of assessing and preventing such incidents through comprehensive strategies and advanced technologies.

The assessment and prevention of mine fires and gas disasters require a holistic approach. Thorough risk assessments, preventive measures, technological advancements, and comprehensive training programs collectively contribute to mitigating risks, safeguarding lives, and enhancing productivity in the mining industry. This Special Issue aims to contribute to the knowledge and understanding in signal monitoring in relation to natural gas and mines; pattern recognition of disaster-causing factors; real-time status perception; accurate determination of fire/explosion hazards; theoretical risk early warning; and technical safety protection. For this Special Issue, both original articles and reviews are welcome for submission. Topics of interest for publication include, but are not limited to:

• Theories and catastrophes caused by explosions in the fields of natural gas and mines;
• Risk assessment of explosion accidents in gas fields and mines;
• Gas pipeline leakage detection, location, and early warning technology;
• Mines, gas explosion risk monitoring, and early warning theories and technology;
• Theory and technology of mines and gas explosion accident prevention and emergency response;
• Safety protection technology for mines, and gas explosions.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. Haiyan Wang
Dr. Feng Li
Guest Editors

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