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Mining Engineering · Q243

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Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 243

Q243

What kind of ground support uses friction to hold the rock mass?

A.
Resin bolts
B.
Split sets
Answer
C.
Cable bolts
D.
Shotcrete

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Split sets are friction-based rock support elements.The correct answer is: Split setsInserted into a slightly smaller hole, anchoring via friction.Often used with mesh in underground headings.