Creating smart systems to help evacuate and rescue miners in emergencies
Design and demonstration of intelligent mine evacuation and mine rescue system
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NEW MEXICO INST OF MINING & TECHNOLOGY · NIH-10831375
This study is all about creating smart robots and technology to help keep miners safe during emergencies, making it easier for them and rescue teams to find their way out of dangerous situations.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW MEXICO INST OF MINING & TECHNOLOGY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SOCORRO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10831375 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing intelligent systems to enhance the safety and efficiency of mine evacuations and rescues during emergencies. By integrating advanced robotics and autonomous technologies, the project aims to assist both miners and rescue teams in navigating hazardous environments. The interdisciplinary team, including experts from multiple mining schools and research institutions, will design and demonstrate these innovative solutions to improve decision-making and reduce risks during critical situations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include miners and mining personnel who may face hazardous conditions in underground environments.
Not a fit: Patients who work in non-mining industries or those not involved in underground operations may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the chances of survival for miners trapped in emergencies by providing timely and effective rescue assistance.
How similar studies have performed: While the integration of robotics in emergency response is a growing field, this specific approach to mine evacuation and rescue systems is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in the mining sector.
Where this research is happening
SOCORRO, UNITED STATES
- NEW MEXICO INST OF MINING & TECHNOLOGY — SOCORRO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MOJTABAI, NAVID — NEW MEXICO INST OF MINING & TECHNOLOGY
- Study coordinator: MOJTABAI, NAVID
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.