Ventilation Principles | Indian Minerology
Part 6: Ventilation Principles Key Learning Objective: Master ventilation planning, quantity surveys, fan performance, and statutory air velocity requirements (CMR 2017 Chapter VI Reg 104-111). 6.1 Natural vs Mechanical Ventilation π€️ Natural Ventilation Temperature/pressure difference Shallow mines only (<100m) No control over direction Supplementary only Monsoon dependent ⚙️ Mechanical Ventilation Main fans (75k-5L CMH) Auxiliary fans (30k CMH) Booster fans (deep mines) Directional control 24×7 operation 6.2 Statutory Airflow Requirements Roadway Type Min Velocity (m/s) Quantity (m³/s per 100m) CMR Reference Intake Airway 0.5 3.0 CMR 106 Return Airway 1.0 6.0 CMR 107 Face Roadway 1.5 9.0 CMR 108 Aux Vent Duct 3.0 30,000 CMH DGMS Circular 6.3 Airflow Measurement Techniques π― Quantity Survey Methods Method Instrument Accuracy Application Traversing Anemometer + planimeter ±5% Main airways Tube Bun...