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Mining Engineering · Q213

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Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 213

Q213

Which equipment is typically used in raise boring?

A.
Jumbo drill
B.
TBM
C.
Reaming head
Answer
D.
Jackleg drill

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Raise boring involves drilling a pilot hole, then using a reaming head.The correct answer is: Reaming headEnlarges hole from bottom to top.Used for ventilation raises and ore passes.