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Environmental monitoring at mine sites — Future directionsBy K. Himbeault, D. Campbell, N. C. Garisto, D. A. Orava, A. Rosaasen
"The level of scientific knowledge about the effects of contaminants is increasing and changes in environmental monitoring are likely to allow for the assessment of environment effects particularly to
Jan 1, 2000
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The Intelligent Computer-Aided Support in Designing Mining Operations at Underground Hard Coal MinesBy E. Brzychczy
Artificial intelligence techniques are ever more frequently implemented in the modern world. One of their numerous uses is supporting enterprise management. Intelligent techniques and intelligent info
Aug 1, 2013
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Numerical Modeling of Damage Patterns around Drifts in the Meuse/Haute-Marne Underground Research LaboratoryBy M. N. Vu, G. Armand, A. Noiret, D. Seyedi
Extensive experimental observations have been performed around drifts and shafts at the Meuse Haute-Marne (North-Eastern France) Underground Research Laboratory (URL) to assess the extent and pattern
Jan 1, 2015
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The Influence Of Plastic Anisotropy And Damage On The Crack Propagation Behaviour Of Zr-2.5nb Pressure Tube MaterialBy B. W. Williams
The crack propagation behaviour of Zr-2.5Nb pressure tube material was studied through comparison of the measured behaviour with the predicted response from finite element analysis. Three-dimensional
Jan 1, 2010
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Present and Future Ores in the Oceans Introduction to Project Showcase: Deep Sea Exploration and Future MiningBy Steve Scott
Green Economy Toyota Prius Hybrid contains about 50 kg of copper. All-electric cars have about 100 kg of copper. From where will all the copper come? Wind turbines have 1 metric ton of copper Ch
May 1, 2013
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Brisco Barite MineBy G. R. MANSON
The Brisco Barite Mine lies 70 km south-southeast of Golden, British Columbia. Barile mineralization occurs in a northstriking brecciation zone within Ordovician-Silurian Beaver/ oot dolomites and qua
Jan 1, 1984
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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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Zinc and Lead Uses: Technical and Market TrendsBy F. E. Goodwin
Since the last CIM Zinc and Lead Conference ten years ago, significant technical and market forces have influenced how these metals are used, and the geographic distribution of their uses. Unprecedent
Jan 1, 2008
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Heat Management in Mining Industry: Personal Risk Factors, Mitigation Practices, and Industry ActionsBy E. Talebi, P. Roghanchi
"This study aims to discuss personal and behavioral parameters contributing to heat-related accidents. To study the prevention approaches, it is essential to look at the various factors at the individ
Jan 1, 2019
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A Numerical Model for Fracture Propagation Leading to Primary Fragmentation in Block Caving MinesBy M. Nejati, A. Paluszny, R. W. Zimmerman
A numerical method is proposed to propagate multiple discrete fractures leading to primary fragmentation in a mine that is being worked using block caving. Deformation is computed using the finite ele
Jan 1, 2015
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Valuing Multi-Zone Deposits with Modern Asset Pricing (Real Options) TechniquesBy Michael Samis
Conventional project valuation techniques, such as discounted cash flow (DCF) method, are more frequently being criticised for the manner in which they consider the interacting effects of uncertainty
May 1, 2001
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Scientifically Difficult and Challenging Issues in Chinese Rock EngineeringBy P. Lin, S. G. She
"In June 1985, Chinese Society for Rock Mechanics and Engineering (CSRME) was established. During the past 30 years, various major achievements are made in the discipline of rock mechanics and rock en
Jan 1, 2015
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Recovery of Magnetite from Spiral Tailings at Labrador CityBy T. C. Murphy, W. Taciuk
In 1966, the Iron Ore Company of Canada commissioned a wet magnetic scavanging plant for the recovery of fine magnetite values p.resent in spiral tailings discharged from a spiral gravity separation p
Jan 1, 1972
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SAG & Ball Mill Control by Model Predictive Controllers on 3 Lines at CollahuasiBy I. Yutronic
Compañía Minera Doña Inés de Collahuasi's (CMDIC) Concentrator Plant is located at 4300 meters above sea level, approximately 2000 kms north from Santiago, Chile. The concentrator has three grind
Jan 1, 2012
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Introduction of an Objective Matrix Coding Method for Rock Engineering Systems through Self Organising MapsBy Sakellariou M., Ferentinou M.
Determination of the nonlinear behavior of multivariate dynamic systems often presents a challenging and demanding task. Therefore, complex geomechanics systems are an ideal area for the application o
Jan 1, 2015
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Suncor Energy Inc. - Oil SandsBy Brad Bjornson, Geoff Stevens, Mike Ashar, Cliff Britch
"LocationThe facilities are located 30 km north of Fort McMurray, Alberta (or 470 km northeast of Edmonton, Alberta).Brief Description of OperationThe operation includes the mining of oil sands, extra
Jan 1, 2000
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Influence of Zinc on Imtermetallic Phase Selection in Al-Mg Compound CastingsBy B. J. McKay, K. Schneider, H. B. Nadendla
"A series of experiments were conducted to assess the impact of zinc additions on the morphology and soundness of the interface of Al-Mg compound castings. It was found that high amounts of zinc (>15w
Jan 1, 2018
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Outokumpu's Technologies for Efficient and Environmentally Sound Nickel ProductionBy K. Fagerlund, L. Rosenback, T. Mäkinen, Y. Anjala
This paper deals with the nickel smelter and refinery concepts Outokumpu has applied at Harjavalta and several other plants. Also other process routes and modifications developed and tested by Outokum
Jan 1, 2005
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Ontario's industrial mineral industry: an overviewBy Ken Steele, Pam Sangster, Myra Gerow
Ontario leads Canada in production of structural materials and ranks third in production of non-metallic minerals. The total value of industrial mineral production in 1997 was $1.6 billion. The provin
Jan 1, 2001
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Numerical Information System Supporting Safe Management Of Copper Post-Flotation Tailings Pond "Elazny Most", PolandBy W. Swidzinski
"Zelazny Most" post-flotation copper mine tailings pond is the only place to of storeing wastes for KGHM POLSKA MI EDZ S.A. The flotation tailings is are the main waste stream in copper mining in Pola
Jan 1, 2007