Assessing coal burst phenomena in mining and insights into directions for future research

This paper reviews the current knowledge and understanding of coal burst phenomena. There are a number of important considerations that need to be discussed to explore the origin and the source of the coal burst mechanism. Foremost amongst these is a critical assessment of the geological and mining factors, followed by in-depth evaluation of the contributing mechanisms. The discussion is extended with further comments on the roles and significance of energy, loading and gas, by identifying the current knowledge gaps. Based on that, the authors have identified future research needs and priorities for the coal burst management and control. An enhanced understanding of the driving mechanisms is essential for delivering reliable coal burst risk management and mitigation strategies.