Research Article

Selection of Compatible Coal Seam for Methane Drainage Operation Based on Uncertain Geological Conditions: A Hybrid Fuzzy Approach

Table 5

The importance degree (weight) of the geological criteria affecting MDA of coal seams.

CriteriaSymbolDegree of importance ()

Depth of seamC10.1208
Thickness of seamC20.0815
CleatsC30.1682
Uniformity of seamC40.1138
Gas contentC50.1584
Roof qualityC60.0888
Water conditionC70.1364
PermeabilityC80.1320