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A practical guide to sampling in coal preparation plantsBy B W. Atkinson, J Docherty
An Australian Working Group has been compiling a guide for operators to use in order to improve the efficacy of their routine and non-routine sampling tasks within their coal preparation process. The
May 9, 2017
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Comparison of the Generation of Shear Wave with Different Simulation ApproachesBy M Chen, Q D. Gao, Y G. Hu, P Yan, W B. Lu
The safety and stability of construction structures are often affected by blast-induced waves. Investigating the generation mechanism of shear wave (S-wave) during blasting is important, because it ha
Aug 24, 2015
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Hydromechanical Processes During In Situ Coal GasificationBy J Liu
In situ coal gasification is a method of extracting a high proportion of the energy value from coal without the need for mining. In situ conversion of coal to combustible gases is achieved by drilling
Jan 1, 2004
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Tunnel Boring in the Mount Lyell MineThe Channel Tunnel is an outstanding example of an undersea tunnel and its design illustrates most of the unique features of this type of tunnel. The marine site investigation was partic- ularly vuln
Jan 1, 1976
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Regular Measurement Defines Upgrades on Scrubber ScreensBy R Wilson, S Luke, R Williams, B Freeburn
"In 2010, two McLanahan RSS14×50 scrubber screens were installed at Fortescue Metals Group’s (Fortescue) Christmas Creek site. By 2015, the trommel (screen) section had effectively reached the e
Oct 10, 2016
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Viscosity Controlled Production of High-Concentration Backfill PastesBy W Mez
The German mining industry uses different residues for backfilling and stowing. A hydraulic pipe conveying technology for these materials has shown advantages for the transportation into the mine. Pip
Jan 1, 1998
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Application of the Distinct Lattice Spring Model on Toppling Failure of a Jointed Rock SlopeBy N Khalili, J Zhao, G F. Zhao
Toppling failure of a jointed rock slope was studied by using the distinct lattice spring model (DLSM). Compared with the classical discrete element model, the DLSM has the advantages of free calibrat
Nov 5, 2014
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Development of a remotely operated robotic mechanism for accessing and removal of metal tramp from primary gyratory crushersBy H Lemos, E Nunes, D Jacobson, R Costa, L Ono, A Alves, H Delboni Jr
Oversize rock breaking and metal tramp removal are key issues for reducing primary crusher downtime, as well as improving the safety associated with its operation. Remote operation of such tasks would
Nov 8, 2021
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Paper No. 189. The Great Reefton Gold Belt.If a straight line should be drawn on the map (Fig 1) through the northern half of the South Island of New Zealand, from Mt. Domett in the north to Arthur's Pass in the south, and another line dr
Jan 1, 1911
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Soft Computing Approach to Predict Blast-induced FlyrockBy N Gupta, R Trivedi, S Bhandari
Managing blasting operations in four mines surrounded by villages is a challenging task. This study aims to compare the blast-induced flyrock as observed in opencast mines by predicting flyrock distan
Aug 24, 2015
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The Development of a Low Shock Energy Ammonium Nitrate Based Explosive (8713d132-bd41-4f8d-9030-9017776cdfb9)By Moxon N. T
The detonation pressure of ANFO can be significantly reduced by the addition of low density materials such as polystyrene, bagasse, swadust or perlite. Laboratory and field test results have shown t
Jan 1, 1989
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Are Your Megaproject Schedules and Costs Under – or Out of – Control?By P Mitchell, S Pushpan, G Ferres, K Bobbermien, L Hudson
"Falling commodity prices and a rising supply surplus have ushered in a period of restraint in capital project investment across the global mining and metals sector. Competition for capital project fu
Mar 8, 2016
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Australian Innovation in African Heavy-Haul RailBy K Devencorn
The development of robust, economical transport infrastructure has been identified as a key driver to sovereign economic growth. Notwithstanding the value of undeveloped mineral resources, unless they
Nov 22, 2011
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Blasting Harmonics and Controlling Peak Particle VelocityBy T J. Laing, A B. Richards, A J. Moore
Blastholes fired in a pattern with a constant initiation delay create a frequency in the ground vibration similar to that from a percussion instrument, such as a drum, in the air. A constant firing de
Aug 24, 2015
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Strategic and Tactical Geometallurgy – a Systematic Process to Add and Sustain Resource ValueBy N McKay, J Vann, W Ware, P Hodkiewicz, C Morley
"Geometallurgy is now recognised within the mining industry as an approach that can both maximise value and reduce the risks associated with resource development. The process of spatial ore variabilit
Jun 15, 2016
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Jacked Box Versus Cut and Cover Technique for the Pedestrian Underpass Construction in BrisbaneBy A Purwodihardjo
Evaluation of the construction method used for the pedestrian underpass construction at Ipswich Road, Brisbane, Australia is presented in this paper. The pedestrian underpass was constructed through t
Mar 8, 2011
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Knelson Continuous Variable Discharge Concentrator: Analysis of Operating VariablesBy I Grewal, B Klein
The Knelson Continuous Variable Discharge (CVD) is a continuous centrifugal gravity concentrator for high-mass yield recovery applications. It has four operating variables that enable control of mass
Jan 1, 2001
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Coal Seam Modelling and Mine Planning Using Results of a 3D Seismic Reflection Survey û An Example from Huntly Coalfield, New ZealandGeological hazards such as faulting, basement ridges, and zones of "thin" (
Jan 1, 1998
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Some Variations in the Bulli SeamThe Bulli Seam, New South Wales, cenprises middle to high rank bituminous coal, generally of coking quality. It is worked over an area embracing 300 square miles.Variations in several factors are pres
Jan 1, 1963
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Strain-dependent Stiffness of the Weathered Melbourne FormationBy Z Terzic, M Schult, D Chu, S Macklin
The East West Link road tunnels are proposed to provide a connection between the CityLink toll road and the Eastern Freeway north of the Melbourne CBD. The alignment passes from Moonee Ponds valley be
Sep 17, 2014