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A Multiple Blasthole Fragmentation Model – Its Concept, Formulation, Capability and Field Comparison ExamplesBy R Yang
This paper presents a fragmentation model for large production blasts in an open pit or underground environment. The paper shows that the particle velocity is directly related to pressure, strain, and
Aug 24, 2015
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Scaling ni Bayer RefineriesBy Cornell J. B
Scaling in Bayer Refineries is a natural consequence of the super-saturated liquors used in the process. The caustic liquor is supersaturated not only with alumina but also silica and calcia at vari
Jan 1, 1996
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A Review of ISO 5802:2001 Industrial Fans - Performance Testing In SituBy K J. Lownie, T Rafferty
The in situ testing of mine ventilation fan systems has been a contentious issue for many years. Site testing was generally undertaken by adapting standards that were developed for the laboratory test
Jul 1, 2013
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Megablasts – Enabling Technologies in BHP Billiton Iron OreBy B Green
With a focus on safe productive tonnes, there has been an ongoing drive to increase the productivity of the mining fleet across BHP Billiton. In response, a team from the Iron Ore business was formed
Aug 24, 2015
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Health and Safety ù A Key to TomorrowTwo characteristics of the modern mining industry are that there is a skill shortage and that young professional people rise rapidly into highly responsible supervisory positions. With this responsibi
Jan 1, 2005
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Planning Effective Management of Gas Emissions in an Underground CoalmineBy D J. Black
The process of excavating and mining coal causes fractures in the overlying and underlying strata. The fractures provide pathways for gas released from coal seams and other gas-bearing strata to flow
Jun 28, 2016
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Process Mineralogy as a Tool in Modelling Mineral Processing OperationsBy T Vizcarra, G Sandoval, C L. Evans
One of the challenges in the development of mineral processing simulators is modelling the liberation characteristics of particles produced by comminution circuits. Understanding the mineral character
Jan 1, 2008
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Good Coke from Low Rank Coal BlendsBy Hutchings SG, Skimmings T
This paper describes the results of the field application tests at Miike Colliery on the integrated automatization of the longwall mining system for medium thick coal seam. The purpose of the rese
Jan 1, 1987
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The Field Evalution of Explosives PerformanceBy Cameron A
In recent years there have been significant developments in the tech- nology available for blast monitoring, analysis and simulation. Progress in these areas has been achieved through research conduc
Jan 1, 1988
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Myuna Multi Seam Colliery VentilationMyuna Colliery long term ventilation requirements were included as part of the overall planning of colliery construction and underground development. Ventilation, during the simultaneous sinking of
Jan 1, 1983
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The Use of an Agitated Bed of Particles as an Electrode System for Metal DepositionA number of suggestions have been made to improve the design of cells used for electro winning and electro refining of metals. Most of these designs have been aimed at increasing the current densit
Jan 1, 1969
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Global Extraction Sequences in Sublevel StopingA review of the most widely used global extraction sequences in sublevel is undertaken. The review includes techniques used to extract massive as well as single or multiple steeply dipping tabular ore
Jan 1, 2003
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Integrated Communications for Surface and Open Pit ApplicationsBy G Booth
Whilst communications systems in the mining industry have evolved over the years, the premise remains consistent that reliable communication is vital for safety and operational efficiency. TodayÆs ope
Jan 1, 2008
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Innovative Tailgate Mobile Goaf Gas Management in Two Gate Road Longwall Panels – Concept to ImplementationBy B Belle
In a deep, gassy predrained coalmine, ventilation and goaf drainage systems act as critical controls to manage longwall (LW) panel return gas levels. The goaf capture efficiency of most LW panels rang
Aug 31, 2015
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The Development of a Procedure for the Inspection of Unlined Rock Service TunnelsBy D Lees, D Gilchrist
Sydney has hundreds of kilometres of sewer tunnels. Many of these are over 50 years old and some have been in service for more than 100 years. The tunnels are predominantly constructed in Hawkesbury S
Sep 17, 2014
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Geomechanics Considerating In Optimistc The Use Of Mine Fill Part BBy Kurzeme M, Willoughby D. R
Current research at the CSIRO, Division of Applied Geomechanics, into the mode of response of fill as a structural component has been based on model tests for prediction of behaviour and field obs
Jan 1, 1973
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A System of Diluting Methane to Safe LevelsBy R Hughes
"Spring Creek Mine uses high pressure water to extract the thick Main seam in the Upper Rewanuicoal measures. The extraction method results in the creation of large voids which collapsespontaneously.
Jun 1, 2012
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The Use of Non-destructive Testing to Identify Defective Rock Bolts – A Case StudyBy B Jones, M Chappell
Permanent rock bolts used to support rock tunnels are required to perform for the design life of the structure as a minimum. Quality of installation is critical to the performance over the life of the
Sep 17, 2014
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From Blasthole to Reverse Circulation Sampling – Changing Grade Control Methods at Black Star Open Cut Zinc-Lead Mine, Mount Isa, QueenslandBy B Young
Variable bench heights, interaction with underground workings and a steeply dipping orebody are challenges faced daily by geologists at Xstrata Zinc’s Black Star Open Cut (BSOC) Zinc/Lead/Silver mine
Aug 22, 2011
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Managing the Diamond Drilling Interactions in Commissioning the Ankata Underground MineBy L Sandery, S Light
Within 22 months of commencing decline development, the Prominent Hill Ankata Underground Project achieved its full production rate of 1.2 Mt/a.In 2010 construction of the Ankata Underground Project w
Mar 24, 2014