Types of Rope Haulage in Mine Machinery
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What is the main disadvantage of direct rope haulage?

  • High peak power demand at the start of the journey (correct)
  • Suitable for mild inclination of roads
  • No risk of derailment
  • Low speed demanding low standard of track maintenance

    • What is the speed range for direct rope haulage?

  • 25-30 km/h
  • 8-12 km/h (correct)
  • 15-20 km/h
  • 2-5 km/h

    • Where is the haulage engine situated in direct rope haulage?

  • On a flat surface near the mine entrance
  • Midway along the inclined roadway
  • At the top of an inclined roadway (correct)
  • At the bottom of an inclined roadway

    • What type of gradient is generally suitable for direct rope haulage?

    <p>Generally steeper than 1 in 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many types of rope haulage are covered under the rope system?

    <p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main disadvantage of direct rope haulage?

    <p>High peak power demand as load starts its journey up the gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In direct rope haulage, where is the haulage engine situated?

    <p>At the top of an inclined roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speed range for direct rope haulage?

    <p>8-12 km/h</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of gradient is generally suitable for direct rope haulage?

    <p>Generally steeper than 1 in 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Main and tail rope haulage" involves how many ropes?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main disadvantage of direct rope haulage?

    <p>High peak power demand as load starts its journey up the gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speed range for direct rope haulage?

    <p>8-12 km/h</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of gradient is generally suitable for direct rope haulage?

    <p>Generally steeper than 1 in 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the haulage engine situated in direct rope haulage?

    <p>At the top of an inclined roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the train of tubs in direct rope haulage attach to?

    <p>One end of the rope</p> Signup and view all the answers

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