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Method and an apparatus for creating a void for underground mining

US11111787B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 12, 2016
Grant dateSep 7, 2021
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Expiry dateAug 12, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21C41/22
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method and an apparatus for creating a void, low-density fill or combination of void and low-density fill for underground mining having at least one module of formwork to be positioned in an open slope of an underground mine prior to carrying out a backfilling operation.

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