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  • SAIMM
    "The Advantages Of Ili Inspection And Practical Issues Involved In Undertaking Projects". - Introduction

    By Ernie Holden, Chris Ringas

    In the last 20 years, In Line Inspection (ILI) using intelligent pigs has become the principal tool used by pipeline operators to assess the condition of their pipelines. New pipelines are normally de

    Jan 1, 2006

  • SAIMM
    A Bayesian network approach for geotechnical risk assessment in underground mines

    By L. Uotinen, M. Rinne, R. Mishra

    Underground mining gives rise to geotechnical hazards. A formal geotechnical risk assessment can help to forecast and mitigate these hazards. Frequentist probability methods can be used when the hazar

    Jun 1, 2021

  • SAIMM
    A Case Study Of Risk Evaluation At Cerrejon Mine

    By Luis-Fernando Contreras, Juliano Maran, Richard LeSueur

    A risk study was carried out at the Cerrejon coal mine in order to assess the impacts of pit slope failure in terms of safety of personnel and destruction of equipment with economic consequences. Res

    Jan 1, 2006

  • SAIMM
    A cleaner production assessment of the ultra-fine coal waste generated in South Africa - Synopsis

    By J. F. Reddick

    The South African coal mining industry is currently disposing of about 10 million tons of ultra-fine coal (<150 µm) per year. Once discarded, these sulphur-containing ultra-fines contribute to several

    Jan 1, 2007

  • SAIMM
    A comparative theoretical studies on surface structures and electronic properties of apatite, dolomite and calcite, X.C. Wang, Q. Zhang, and X.Q. Ao

    By Q. Zhang, X. C. Wang, X. Q. Ao

    The flotation separation of apatite and calcium-bearing gangue minerals (dolomite and calcite) has always been a problem in phosphate ore mineral processing research. The crystal structure and surface

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    A conceptual framework for reframing artisanal and small-scale mining: understanding characterization of artisanal and small-scale mining in South Africa

    By N. Mutemeri, T. -L. Field, M. Chuma

    The categorization of artisanal and small-scale mining has a significant impact on perception and understanding of the sector, particularly from a livelihood perspective. Several developing countries

    Jul 10, 2024

  • SAIMM
    A Conceptual Study Into Optimizing The Delivery Of Trackbound Twin Ends Through Trackless Mechanized Development

    By D. Nardini

    The need to move towards faster and safer mine development is a key priority in mining houses globally. In addition to this, South Africa faces an array of challenges introduced by labour-intensive op

    Jan 1, 2012

  • SAIMM
    A conceptual technique to mathematically quantify the trajectory of flyrock

    By J. van der Walt, W. Spiteri

    Flyrock remains a significant threat to the health and safety of mine employees and integrity of infrastructure, as well as to the safety of the neighbouring communities and their property. This inves

    Apr 5, 2023

  • SAIMM
    A continuous quality improvement framework for electrowinning current efficiency

    By S. Michael, T. E. Moongo

    Electrowinning consumes a substantial amount of electrical energy, and owing to the ever-increasing unit cost of electrical power there is a need to improve current efficiency in the process. This res

    Jan 1, 2021

  • SAIMM
    A critical comparison of interpolation techniques for digital terrain modelling in mining

    By M. Z. Emad, A. Hassan, M. A. Raza, M. U. Khan, S. A. Saki

    Digital modelling of a surface is crucial for Earth science and mining applications for many reasons. These days, high-tech digital representations are used to produce a high-fidelity topographic surf

    Feb 6, 2023

  • SAIMM
    A Critical Evaluation of Haul Truck Tyre Performance and Management System at Rössing Uranium Mine

    By T. S. Kagogo

    The factors affecting haul truck tyre performance and the effectiveness of the management system at Rossing Uranium Mine were investigated with the aim of increasing tyre performance in terms of runni

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    A critical investigation into identifying key focus areas for the implementation of blockchain applications in the mining industry

    By K. G. Philo, R. C. W. Webber-Youngman

    mining, where data-driven decision making optimizes resource extraction, enhances safety, and ensures sustainability. The adoption of digital technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and the Int

    Jul 10, 2024

  • SAIMM
    A critical investigation into spontaneous combustion in coal storage bunkers

    By S. Govender, J. J. L. du Plessis, R. C. W. Webber-Youngman

    Spontaneous combustion (SC) is a cold oxidation reaction that generates heat, causing a temperature rise of the reactant and leading, with limited heat dissipation, to self-ignition of the reactant, w

    May 1, 2021

  • SAIMM
    A Critical Investigation into Tyre Life on an Iron Ore Haulage System

    By G. C. Lindeque

    "A downward trend in tyre life on haul trucks at an open pit iron ore mine prompted an investigation into the current tyre management strategy in order to improve tyre life. ‘Best practice’ was compar

    Jan 1, 2016

  • SAIMM
    A data-based approach to the qualitative characterization of ore variability, C.S. Macomber, J.E. Gebhardt, W. Lee, and B. Temel Mckenna

    By J. E. Gebhardt, B. Temel Mckenna, W. Lee, C. S. Macomber

    X-ray diffraction (XRD) data was extracted from various sources to develop qualitative ternary and tetrahedral plots differentiating mineralogy, bond work index (BWi) and hardness of ore bodies at dif

    Jan 1, 2020

  • SAIMM
    A deep learning approach for automation of joint sets recognition on 3D point clouds of rock mass surfaces APCOM 2021

    By M. Z. Naghadehi, E. Emami, J. Sattarvand, R. Battulwar

    In this paper, a methodology for a computerised recognition of joint sets on 3D point cloud models of rock masses is presented. The process starts with classifying joints on a 3D rock mass surface thr

    Sep 1, 2021

  • SAIMM
    A design protocol for mining remnants in hard rock mining operations utilising a rock mass classification system

    A well known rock mass classification system has been altered slightly to address the issues found under remnant mining conditions. By detail study of the expected fracture patterns and local geology,

    Jan 1, 2003

  • SAIMM
    A Directional Drilling Technique For Exploration And Mining Of Deep Alluvial Diamonds Deposits

    Alluvial diamond deposits covered with a thick overburden cannot be explored effectively and mined profitably with the available conventional techniques. A novel directional drilling technique has bee

    Jan 1, 2010

  • SAIMM
    A Facility at the National Nuclear Research Centre, Pelindaba, for the Calibration of Gamma Survey Meters Used in Uranium-Prospecting Operations

    By D. vas As, Constance M. Vleggaar, P. D. Toens

    A facility at the National Nuclear Research Centre, Pelindaba, for the calibration of gamma survey meters used in uranium-prospecting operations by P. D. TOENS, D.Sc. (Fellow), D. van ASt, M.Sc. (Visi

  • SAIMM
    A Forecast of the Coal and Uranium Requirements For Electric Power Generation in South Africa

    By K, J. MAUNDERS

    This paper briefly describes a computerised model of the South African electricity system which has been developed jointly by the Atomic Energy Board and the Electricity Supply Commission. The results

    Jan 1, 2014