Safety in houses located above mine workings

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Short description: Houses in the southern microdistrict of Kohtla-Järve are subject to deformation due to the fact that they are located on the territory of former underground workings. How to ensure the safety of these buildings?

Market potential: Potential beneficiaries of this new solution could be countries/cities/localities where there are buildings built near underground mines.

Timing: This problem must be resolved as soon as possible.

Desired result: Fundamentally new solutions must be found to prevent deformation of houses and ensure safety for people living in this area of Kohtla-Järve.

Information on challenge owner: City/municipality.

Keywords: Mine Building; Underground Working; Health Safety

type of
Hardware solution, Improvement of an existing process, New technological approach, Software solution,
Country
Estonia
Industry Sector
Smart City
For Who
Public body, institution or other non-profit organisation
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