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Institute Visit
Visit to the Datsun Nissan Company's body pressing and assembly plant at Rosslyn, Pretoria, and the Claremont-Danville Tunnel on 27th February, 1970. The excursion arranged for the 27th Febru
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Studies of strength performance and deformation characteristic of layered rock
By P. He
Abstract This paper introduces the test results of dark-gray calcium-shale, discusses the infection of strength characteristic and deformation characteristic due to the angle between structural planes
Jan 1, 2003
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Time-space effect and principle of variation loading analyses and application cases
By W. Zhu
ABSTRACT: This paper presents further developments of the principle of Construction Process Mechanics of rockmasses, The principle of loading variations analyses in space-time is systematically descri
Jan 1, 2003
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Pragmatism in industrial modelling: An application to ladle lifetime in the steel industry
By S. T. Johansen, B. T. Løvfall, T. Rodriguez Duran, J. Zoric
A methodology for building pragmatic physics-based models is here adapted to predict the erosion of ladle linings in the steel industry, in order to support operators when deciding whether the lining
Apr 16, 2024
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South Africa's Ferro Alloys Industry - Present Status And Future Outlook
By T. R. Curr, W. A. Gericke, J. Basson
South Africa is a leading player in the international ferro alloys industry. Historical factors that have contributed to this dominant position include an abundance of natural resources and relatively
Jan 1, 2007
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Research on visual simulation of coupled solid deformation and gas leak flow in parallel coal seams
By P. Sun
Abstract: From the viewpoint of interaction mechanics of solid and gas, a coupled mathematical model is presented for coal/rock mass deformation and gas leak flow in parallel deformable coal seams. Nu
Jan 1, 2003
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Book Reviews ? Extractive Metallurgy Of Copper
By A. K. Biswas
Reviewer: R. H. Eric This edition is organized in twenty-three chapters, and contains exactly 500 pages including three appendices and an index. The first and second editions were published in 197
Jan 1, 1995
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Guidelines for geotechnically anomalous conditions in tabular hard rock mines
By A. R. Leach
Anomalous mining conditions can be described where the level of hazard is increased relative to normal conditions within a mining area. Normal conditions would be those defined as a Ground Control Dis
Jan 1, 2003
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Necessity the mother of invention a reflection on the requirements for successful innovation in the metallurgical industries - Synopsis
By R. M. Whyte
The complexities that exist in the nature of the basic feedstock to the metallurgical process call for a high degree of ingenuity from the extractive metallurgist in seeking the best possible treatmen
Jan 1, 2009
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Consideration for 2-D and 3-D modelling of shock wave propagation in jointed rock masses
By Y. Y. Jiao, J. G. Cai
To investigate the dimensional effect on shock wave propagation in jointed rock masses, a 2-D and a 3-D calculation of a site test are performed respectively by using Discrete Element Method, the simu
Jan 1, 2003
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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in the South African Mining Industry
By B. Dias, P. C. Schutte
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) affect the wellbeing of workers and result in poor quality work, lower work performance and decreased motivation. In contrast to ‘occupational’ diseases
Jan 1, 2003
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Experimental Determination of Compressive, Pulling and Torsional Resistance of Mudcakes using a Triple Action Load Cell Assembly
By Md. Amanullah
A novel triple action load cell assembly (LCA) was developed to determine three index parameters reflecting compressive, tensile and shear characteristics of mudcakes. The results indicate that the te
Jan 1, 2003
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Safety Considerations When Handling Metal Powders ? Synopsis (00a81d62-4249-4705-86a3-c89cdfe5d31a)
By J. M. Benson
Metal powder compaction offers unique advantages in the manufacture of net-shape components using techniques such as laser sintering, conventional press and sintering, metal injection moulding, direct
Jan 1, 2012
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Spotlight on the design of comminution process
By B. K. Loveday
The South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy hosted a School on 'The Practical Design of Comminution Processes' at Megawatt Park (near Johannesburg) on 14th to 16th May, 1991 Dere
Jan 1, 1991
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Considerations In The Choice Of Primary Access And Transportation Options In Platinum Mines
By R. P. H. Willis, A. G. du Plessis, R. B. Wilson
This paper reviews issues to be considered in choosing primary access and transportation options for platinum and other mines. It proposes appropriate criteria and a methodology for deciding on the op
Jan 1, 2004
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Spotlight ? Minerals And Mining Policy Workshops ? March 1996
The Steering Committee for Minerals and Mining Policy convened two workshops during March 1996 to address the following topics: Business Environment- National and Provincial Powers, Administration an
Jan 1, 1996
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Influence of pore water on the design of deep galleries in low permeable rocks
By V. Labiouse, R. Gärber
The paper aims at clarifying the up-to-now misappreciated role taken by pore water on the design of deep tunnels in saturated porous media. Numerical simulations with a non-dimensional FEM-model empha
Jan 1, 2003
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Book news
1. Book reviews Dislocations and properties of real materials, edited by M.H. Loretto. London, The Institute of Metals, 1985. 392 pp. Reviewer: F.R.N. Nabarro Au &Ag heap and dump leaching practice, e
Jan 1, 1986
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Techno-Economic Evaluation of BASF’s New High-Temperature Solvent Extraction Reagent
By J. J. Taute, S. J. Archer
"BASF Mining Solutions has developed a new-generation copper solvent extraction reagent that offers significant benefits over standard extractants currently available to the industry. As the name sugg
Nov 1, 2018
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Using the Aegis underground drill and blast analyser to optimise drill patterns: A case study
By P. J. K Leeuw, E. Uludag, M. J. Nong
Efficient drill-and-blast performance is pivotal to the profitability of deep-level mines, where high operating costs and declining grades demand maximum throughput. This study investigated persistent
Oct 2, 2025