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Mining Publication: Technology News 431 - Apparatus for Sampling and Measuring Diesel Tailpipe Emissions
Keywords: Coal mining Diesel exhaust Diesel particulate matter Particulate matter measures
Original creation date: April 1994
Authors: Bureau of Mines
Technology News - April 1994
Download PDF Document (0.05 MB)
NIOSHTIC2 Number: 20022644
U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Mines, Technology News 431, 1994 Apr :1-2
The objective is to develop a portable emissions measurement apparatus to sample and measure tailpipe concentrations of diesel particulate matter (DPM), carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), nitric oxide (NO), and nitrogen dioxide (NO2) under steady-state engine load and speed conditions during a 1-minute test. The U.S. Bureau of Mines (USBM) has a comprehensive research program to develop ways to reduce exposure of miners to diesel exhaust pollutants. Engine maintenance has been shown to have important effects on such exposure. Accurate measurements of tailpipe emissions are becoming an essential part of a good maintenance program for underground mines that use diesel-powered vehicles. Past studies of particulates in U.S. underground coal mines have shown that SPM alone may be present at concentrations greater than 1 milligram per cubic meter (mg/m3), half the 2-mg/m3 limit for respirable coal mine dust. A poorly tuned (smoking) diesel engine may be the sole cause for respirable dust concentrations exceeding the limit. Although there is currently no standard specifically for DPM in U.S. mines, regulatory steps are underway, and significant reductions of DPM levels in both coal and metal mines will most likely be required.
Image of publication Technology News 431 - Apparatus for Sampling and Measuring Diesel Tailpipe EmissionsTechnology News - April 1994
Download PDF Document (0.05 MB)
NIOSHTIC2 Number: 20022644
U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Mines, Technology News 431, 1994 Apr :1-2
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Real-time Diesel Particulate Monitor for Underground Mines
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Page last reviewed: September 21, 2012
Page last updated: September 21, 2012
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