Numerical Modeling Study of the Geo-mechanical Response of Strata in Longwall Operations with Particular Reference to Indian Geo-mining Conditions

India has been seeking technology for mass production of coal below ground. Longwall technology was accepted as one of the options a few decades ago. Unfortunately, it failed to meet the expected benchmark for success. This shortfall was deciphered and attributed to the inadequate understanding of cavability, leading to a mismatch in support performances. Hence, the present study attempted to bridge the gap in understanding of the strata...