A. Word Processor

All texts should be prepared by Microsoft Word for a PC platform in a CD, 3-1/2 disk or zip disk, or send the file via an e-mail to: Syd.Peng@mail.wvu.edu.

Those manuscripts using other word processors or a conventional typewriter will be retyped and the authors will be billed for a typing and preparation fee of U.S. $400.00.

B. Length of Manuscript

Maximum length of the manuscript should be 10 pages single-spaced, including illustrations, tables and references. The outer blue line on the typing sheet is the limit of typing. Use a 9 point font and the following type faces in order of preference:

Arial
Time new roman

C. Dimension and Typing Format of the Typing Paper

Use U.S. standard letter size paper (8.5 in wide by 11 inches long, or 215.9 mm wide x 279.4 mm long). Attached are two formatted sheets in MS WORD for your references; one for the title page and the other for the 2nd and remaining pages. Please note that the text is typed in two columns and that margin or limits of typing on all sides are shown. Also in every page the title of the conference 26th International Conference on Ground Control in Mining (in Arial Black 12 point font) must be shown at the top of the page.

D. Deadline of Submission

The deadline for paper submission is May 16, 2007 (This is a firm date). In addition to a hard copy of the manuscript, a diskette containing the computer file of the text should be submitted. This file should be prepared by Microsoft Word for a PC platform and stored in a 3.5 in. (double sided, double or high density) diskette, zip disk, or CD ROM, or sent the file by e-mail.

E. Preparing the Text

1. TITLE PAGE - The title, author(s), job titles(s), affiliation(s), and address should be typed separately on a blank paper. We will type it in the space provided at the first page of your text.

2. ABSTRACT - Abstract should be typed on the title page at the beginning of the first text column. Abstract should be a short synopsis of the complete text. Use "words and sentences" that reflect the content of the whole text. This will make it easier for major abstract services to list your paper in proper places.

3. TEXT - The text should begin as shown. Begin subsequent text pages at the top as marked. The text should be typed, single-spaced, in two columns within the area indicated on the typing paper. Each line (except paragraph starts) should be started on the left-hand border and typed across the page to within two letters of the right-hand line of the column; do not type beyond this line. The first line of every paragraph should be indented three spaces, and a line space should be left between paragraphs. Pencil in page numbers at the bottom of each sheet as shown.

4. EQUATIONS - Equations should be separated from the text by two lines of space above and below. Equation numbers should be enclosed in parentheses and placed at the right-hand margin of the column, in line with the last line of the equation. All equation terms should be typed if at all possible. If it is not possible to type symbols (such as mathematical symbols, Greek letters, etc), these should be drawn in India ink clearly and large enough to prevent a misinterpretation. Sub- and superscripts should be legible.

5. SUBHEADS - The text should be suitably divided by subheads. The author can use any system of subheads he desires, as long as it is absolutely clear and consistent throughout the paper. However, in the Proceedings, use of letters and numbers for outline form should be avoided. The various levels of subheads serve the same purpose as do letters and numbers in outline forms. The following style is one often suggested for subheads:

Major Subheads . . . . . . . ALL CAPS, centered on the page

Secondary Subheads . . . Upper and lower case, flush left on separate line

Third Subheads . . . . . . . . Underlined upper and lower case run into text, flush left start

Fourth Subheads . . . . . . . ALL CAPS run into text, paragraph start

Leave two lines of space above and one line of space below all centered heads; leave one line of space above and one line of space below all side heads that are typed on separate lines. The headings in this "Author's Guide" follow the suggested style.

F. Tables and Figures

Line drawings and Tables - Have a sharp black and white photostat or positive glossy print made of each line drawing and table too large to be typed directly on the typing sheet. The photostats or prints should be reduced in size to fit on the Typing Sheet, allowing room on the sheet for a head above (table) or a caption below (figure). After the remainder of the page, including heads and/or captions have been typed, paste the reduced photostat or print directly on the Typing Sheet. When pasting, if both the area of the sheet and the back of the photostat or print is coated with rubber cement, the photostat or print will adhere securely. Excess cement can be gently rubbed off the sheet.

a. Numbering - Separate numbering systems should be used for tables and figures. Each table and figure should be identified with a number and title and should be cross-referenced in the text.

b. Size - In general, figures should be planned so that they will appear horizontally on the page, within the limits of the typing area on the Typing Sheet. However, some large figures, such as geologic cross section or seismograph log, would probably require a full page and can be placed sideways on the Typing Sheet. You may have to split a very large drawing over two facing pages; if you do, remember that even page numbers are left pages, odd numbers right pages. For example, your paper starts on page 1; after a few pages of text, you have a large drawing that needs two pages. If you plan it for pages 6 and 7, it will come out facing pages in the finished book.

c. Drawings - Original drawings from which the photostats or prints are made should be drawn in India ink or tracing cloth or a good quality white paper. The line work should be bold. The lettering should be large and clear, and planned so that the lettering on all drawings will be uniform. One general formula used is that the height of lettering should be at least 1/60th of the width of the drawing, or larger, preferably. When preparing drawings, use of professional drawing aids, such as laser printer with special fonts, Leroy lettering guides or transfer lettering, etc., is recommended. Graph paper with closely spaced grid lines should not be used for originals since, as the drawing is reduced, the grid lines will tend to blur and obscure the lettering.

d. Photographs - All half-tone photographs should be sharp, clear, black and white glossy prints. Protect photographs with cardboard when mailing to avoid damage. In the final reproduction, any damage to the print will be evident.

G. References

All references within the text should be numbered consecutively in order of citation with the reference number given in parentheses in the text. Complete citation should appear on the final page(s) under the heading "REFERENCES" (OR "bibliography," if applicable). Type each entry single-spaced with an extra space between items in a style that presents all information in a clear and concise way. Each reference should start with the number and author name(s), followed by title, publisher or journal, year of publication, and total pages or page number.