Mine (IMAGE) Virginia Tech Caption Virginia Tech researcher Richard Bishop continues to develop autonomous technologies to assess and predict the safety of underground mines. This work also provides opportunities for mining and minerals engineering students to gain hands-on experience in new technologies. Photo by Richard Bishop for Virginia Tech. Credit Virginia Tech Usage Restrictions Credit Virginia Tech License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.