Table 1 Block parameters.
Mechanics properties | Value |
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Block | |
 Rock elastic modulus (GPa) | 13.5 |
 Rock Poisson's ratio | 0.123 |
 Coal elastic modulus (GPa) | 5.3 |
 Coal Poisson's ratio | 0.2 |
 Coal cohesive strength (MPa) | 1.25–5 |
 Coal tension strength (MPa) | 0.15–2 |
 Coal friction angle (°) | 20–30 |