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Analysis of a rock slope failure in a feldspar open pit mineBy G. Iabichino, M. Cravero, F. Nacci, L. Rinaldi, L. Vigliero
ABSTRACT: The proposed paper is aimed at analysing the failure of a steep cliff slope that, in the past, was exploited for open pit mining operations. A volume of over 400,000m3 of gneissic aplitic ro
Jan 1, 2003
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Backfill heat load contribution in deep level mining operationsBy C. A. Rawlins
In an underground mine the ingress of heat can generally be attributed to two sources (Rock exposure and artificial mechanisms). The heat load relating rock exposure is subdivided into stoping [~40%]
Jan 1, 2003
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Shortwall facebreak beneath a dolerite sill—learning points from a recent event at Matla Coal mineBy J. W. Latilla, J. J. van Wijk
A running facebreak ahead of the powered support units occurred on the number 4 seam at Matla Coal’s number 3 shaft (Matla 3) in April and May 2002.Very difficult mining conditions were experienced fo
Jan 1, 2003
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Rock avalanche run out prediction: combined application of two numerical methodsBy R. Poisel, C. Scavia, Preh A., W. Roth, M. Pirulli
ABSTRACT: Two methodologies for the three-dimensional simulation of the run out of rock avalanches are presented: one based on a granular approach and the other based on a continuum equivalent approac
Jan 1, 2003
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The testing of suspensions seats for the control of whole-body vibration (WBV) in the South African mining industryBy J. L. van Niekerk, J. Gunaselvam
This study investigates the use of appropriate seating systems for the control of whole-body vibration exposure in vehicles used in the SA mining industry. Six suspension seats were tested with six t
Jan 1, 2003
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Design of lining system for a pressure tunnel on the base of interaction between rock and liningBy A. Kazemi, M. A. Ahmadi
Pressure tunnels are constructed nurously in related with powerhouse. In some cases, according to high internal water pressure, rock mass around tunnel can seldom suffer this pressure. So installation
Jan 1, 2003
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Development and application of new technology for 3D Geomechanical model test of large underground group cavernsBy S. Jiansheng, H. Nakayama, D. Lu, A. Wang
ABSTRACT: New techniques and methods for 3D geo-mechanical model test are presented in this paper. The new model material NIOS with high density and low cost; the so-called DPSS (Discrete Principal St
Jan 1, 2003
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Examples of fracturing of rock at very low stress levelsBy K. Yathavan
Fracturing of rock at low stress levels can be a source of unexpected problems in rock engineering: • the resulting instability can be a safety hazard; • in very brittle rocks it may be associated
Jan 1, 2003
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A new rock mass failure criterion for biaxial loading conditionsBy P. H. S. W. Kulatilake, B. Malama
To simulate brittle rocks, a mixture of glastone, sand and water was used as a model material. Thin galvanized sheets were used to create joints in blocks made out of the model material. To investigat
Jan 1, 2003
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TBM cutting forces with particular reference to cutter and tunnel diametersBy S. Okubo, K. Fukui
Empirical equations established for estimating the rock strength of the working face based on the cutting forces of a tunnel boring machines (TBM) are further examined and discussed with respect to th
Jan 1, 2003
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Ground behavior investigation during roof fall in a roadwayBy V. V. Nazimko, A. I. Hohotva, S. N. Alexandrov, V. P. Sazhnev, V. S. Zaharov
Ground behaviour in the vicinity of a roadway has been investigated using a physical model and in situ tests during a roof fall. It was discovered that behaviour of the ground is governed by irreversi
Jan 1, 2003
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Effect of true tri-axial loading schemes on fracturing of limestoneBy J. -P. Tshibangu, A. Vervoort, A. Lavrov
Abstract: The aim of the research presented is to study the effect of complex loading schemes on the fracturing process during loading and/or unloading. A first set of experiments was done using a pol
Jan 1, 2003
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Simulation of Hopkinson effect by discrete element methodBy Harushige Kusumi, Yuzuru Ashida, Toshiki Watanabe, Toshifumi Matsuoka
ABSTRACT: The technique of various kinds of numerical analysis offered remarkable results to explication of many rock mechanical phenomena. These techniques regarded a rock stratum as a continuum bod
Jan 1, 2003
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Interpretation and modelling of a hydromechanical in situexperiment within a fractured calcareous rock massBy Y. Guglielmi, V. Merrien-Soukatchoff, I. Kadiri
ABSTRACT: Hydraulic experiments have been conducted since 1997 within a small fractured calcareous rock mass in southeastern France, at a site called Coaraze. On this reduced-scale site closing a floo
Jan 1, 2003
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Application of simulation techniques for combined risk assessment of both geological and grade model—an exampleBy C. E. Dohm
The paper serves to show the importance of both a geological model and geostatistical model that support one another in mineral resource evaluation. It highlights the advantage of reference models for
Jan 1, 2003
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Investigation of the geomechanical criteria for safe and efficient crown pillar extraction beneath stabilised rock rockfill at the Crusader MineBy J. Whitford
The established crown pillar extraction method at Gold Fields Australia Ltd.’s Crusader Mine, leads to the significant dilution and poor recovery of ore due to caving of the overlying loose rockfill.
Jan 1, 2003
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Early detection of mining truck failure by modelling its operation with neural networks classification algorithmsBy H. Hu, T. S. Golosinski
The paper reports on use of neural network algorithms to model performance and condition of mining trucks. The model inputs are selected digital data streams collected by truck Vital Information Manag
Jan 1, 2003
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Monitoring the lining of an ilmenite smelting furnaceBy K. Sørli, H. Elstad, I. M. Skaar, A. Hildal
Generally, monitoring of refractory furnace linings is of interest to the metallurgical industry. The main issues are to control wear of the furnace lining and break out of molten metal. Penetration o
Jan 1, 2003
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The repeated reversal of the ventilation streams as the method of fighting the fires in the goafsBy P. S. Pashkovsky, S. N. Smolanov
The essence of the method consists in creation of drop of opposite sign at the isolating stoppings, by which air losses through the accident district change direction of their motion. The period of re
Jan 1, 2003
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Characterisation of cellular lightweight concrete and timber stope supportsBy P. N. Erasmus, M. Heyns, M. J. Pretorius
The characteristic of stope supports plays a vital role in the design of the supports. This paper deals with the characterisation of both cellular lightweight concrete and timber supports since both
Jan 1, 2003