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Application of a Novel Liquid Nitrogen Control Technique for Heat Stress and Fire Prevention in Underground Mines

Bobo ShiSchool of Safety Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
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Lingjun MaShenhua Ningxia Coal Industry Group, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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Wei DongYangchangwan Coal Mine, Shenhua Ningxia Coal Industry Group, Lingwu, Ningxia, China
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Fubao ZhouSchool of Safety Engineering, China University of Mining and Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, ChinaCorrespondence[email protected]
Pages D168-D177 | Published online: 01 Jul 2015

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