Peter
Water power was of particular relevance in isolated mining communities in
Australia. During periods of drought ore was put out to grass as the first
priority for wood was to fire smelters and fuel portable steam engines
operating winding and pumping equipment.
Brian
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From: Peter Claughton <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Monday, March 20, 2000 4:29 AM
Subject: Water power - its application in mining.
> This query is prompted by discussion at yesterday's NAMHO council meeting
on
> conferences and the thought that 'water power' might provide a useful
theme
> for a future conference.
>
> Are members aware of any ongoing research into the application of water
> power to mining, or considering work on the subject? The areas I have in
> mind might include water-wheels, hydraulic engines, and leat systems;
> water-wheel / engine manufacturer; conservation of water-powered
> installations and sites, perhaps with particular reference to underground
> installations; the economics and practicalities of water power in relation
> to steam. In fact every conceivable aspect of water power and water supply
> to mines.
>
> Water power is a subject area that a number of authors have touched on but
I
> am not aware that it has been covered in detail. A conference and
> subsequent publication could prove useful to mining historians in general.
> Your thoughts please.
>
> Peter
>
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