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Two Dimensional Numerical Simulation of Fault Reactivation and Induced SeismicityBy R. R. Song, Q. Li, H. Xing, X. C. Wei
Geomechanical modelling of fault stability is an important part of CO2 capture and storage (CCS) research program to ensure its viability and long-term safety. Storage of CO2 in deep subsurface reserv
Jan 1, 2015
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Is a Koepe Hoist Always a Better SolutionBy R. P. Townsend
It is a widely accepted "fact" that a Koepe friction hoist is generally the best solution for production hoisting when compared to a double drum hoists. This would appear to be true if one looks at th
Jan 1, 2011
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Comparison of Two Failure Criteria for the Assessment of Haulage Drift Stability Using Stochastic Analysis and Numerical ModellingBy Wael Abdellah
Mine haulage drifts are the primary access to the mining blocks of an orebody in a multilevel mining system of a tabular ore deposit. The stability and functionality of haulage drifts are thus crucial
Jun 1, 2012
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Multiple Factorial Anaylsis of Rock Fragmentation under Various Cyclic Loading ConditionsBy N. Erarslan, M. Ghamgosar
The size of rock fragments depends on the nature of the loading applied the strength of the minerals and the texture of the rock. Research in the literature demonstrates that there is a distinct diffe
Jan 1, 2015
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A Proposed Method, Using Bacteria, for the Continuous Leaching of a Uranium OreBy W. A. Gow, V. F. Harrison, H. H. Mccreedy
A semi-continuous bench-scale, countercurrent-decantation system, in which the ore was moved countercurrently to the flow of leaching solution, was used to conduct acid-leaching tests on uranium ore w
Jan 1, 1969
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Rock Breakage by Hydraulic Hammer: Comparative Study Between Scale Model in Laboratory and in Numerical SimulationsThe dynamic breakage process of rocks by the impact of a hydraulic hammer is more complex than one normally assumes. It is even more difficult when one has to conduct the breakage under water. In such
Aug 1, 2013
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Creative Options for Development of New Metallurgical Processing TechnologiesBy R. H. Schonewille
One of the many challenges in developing new metallurgical processes is choosing the best option for validating process design parameters and establishing the process operating window. Historically th
Jan 1, 2011
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The founding of the Canadian zinc industryBy J. E. Dutrizac
Canada is currently the world's largest supplier of zinc concentrates and is also a major producer of zinc metal. This dominant position in the world's zinc market is a fairly recent circums
Jan 1, 1999
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Stoping at NorandaBy O. Hall
STOPING at Noranda" is a sequel to "Mining at Noranda". "Mining at Noranda", presented in 1937 (1), sketches Noranda's history, metallurgical problems, exploration, mining methods, mining detail
Jan 1, 1939
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Behaviour of Rooms and Pillars in Deep Potash MinesBy Dennis Z. F. Mraz
"Because rock salt and pot ash formations contain particles capable of elastic deformation, the material has usually been compared with various rheological models containing elastic elements. Extensiv
Jan 1, 1973
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Selection of Fans for Mine VentilationBy Wm. D. Jr. Sheldon
THIS paper presents practical data to aid in the selection of a mine ventilating fan, and outlines considerations to be made to ensure satisfactory operation and optimum efficiency of the fan. Much
Jan 1, 1941
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Evaluation of Liquid Membrane Systems for REE ExtractionBy K. Forsberg, A. Rasmuson, R. Rodriguez Varela, J. Martinez De La Cruz
"This study analyzes the separation of rare earth elements by means of a supported liquid membrane (SLM) with the final objective of recovering REE from an apatite concentrate (Alemrajabi, Forsberg, &
Jan 1, 2016
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Evaluation Of Uses-Lca Model For Deriving Life Cycle Impact Characterization Factors For MetalsBy W. J. Adams
It is recognized that within life cycle assessment that the eco-toxicity potentials (TPs) derived for metals require additional research to improve their reliability. Current models used to develop TP
Jan 1, 2007
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Coupled Hydromechanical Modeling of Rock Mass Response to Hydraulic Fracturing: Outcomes Related to the Enhancement of Fracture PermeabilityBy M. Bustin, A. Hosseinian, G. Preisig
Hydraulic fracturing and hydraulic shearing techniques are essential for the development of unconventional oil & gas and geothermal resources. Such techniques will also play a key role in the developm
Jan 1, 2015
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Rheology of Mineral Pastes and its Implications on Underground Pipeline DeliveryBy Michael Li
Paste backfill as a means of supporting underground mining is gaining popularity. Despite this trend, engineering and design of mine paste backfill systems are still largely based on empirical methods
Nov 1, 2002
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Study on Mechanism of Non-Equilibrium Evolution for Disturbed Rock MassBy Y. W. Pan, Y. R. Liu
The disturbed natural rock mass tends to equilibrium state accompanying with non-equilibrium evolution process which has significant influence on the long-term stability of engineering structure. The
Jan 1, 2015
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Leaching of Rare Earth Elements from Phosphogypsum (By-Product of Phosphate Fertilizer Production)By M. Walawalkar, C. K. Nichol, G. Azimi
Rare earth elements (REEs) are essential to the production of technologically advanced products, including wind turbines, electric and hybrid cars, automotive catalytic convertors, hand held electroni
Jan 1, 2016
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Geotechnical Design Of The Roby Pit, Lac Des Iles MineBy David Stone
North American Palladium is the owner/operator of the Lac des Iles mine located 115 km north of Thunder Bay, Ontario. The mine has produced an average of 65,000 ounces of palladium since 1994. Lac de
May 1, 2001
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Spent Nuclear Fuel Repository Seal Geometry OptimisationBy M. A. Perras, H. A. Kasani, G. Walton
The development of an underground repository for the storage of spent nuclear fuel relies on a multi-barrier system to isolate the used fuel from the environment – ultimately, the biosphere. These bar
Jan 1, 2020
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Moisture Content’s Effect on Fracture Development in Coal under Microwave IrradiationBy G. Hu, P. Chang
"As hydraulic fracturing is forbidden in some countries due to its accompanying environmental pollutions, microwave fracturing was proposed as a substitute technology to enhance coal seam permeability
Jan 1, 2019