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A review of the applications of through-the-Earth (TTE) communication systems for underground mines
By Philani Larrance Ngwenyama, Ronald CW Webber-Youngman
Through-the-Earth (TTE) communication systems were developed to provide post-accident communication in underground mines. Unlike primary tracking systems, they do not require any major infrastructure
Feb 1, 2025
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Challenges in the battery raw materials supply chain: Achieving decarbonization from a mineral-extraction perspective
By R. Chandramohan, Landon Jackson, C. Meinke
Understanding constraints within the raw battery material supply chain is essential for making informed decisions that will ensure the battery industry’s future success. The primary limiting factor fo
Feb 1, 2025
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A novel job similarity index for career transition in the mining industry
By Hilal Soydan, H. Sebnem Düzgün, Jurgen Brune
In this study, with the primary goal of capturing ongoing digital transformation and automation impacts on the mining industry and its workforce, we conduct several interviews with mining industry exp
Feb 1, 2025
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Characterization of U(-V) deposits in the La Sal district, UT and CO and their relationship to Paradox Basin fluid flow
By Isabel F. Barton, Eytan Bos Orent, Mark D. Barton
A new examination of tabular uranium (U)-vanadium (V) deposits within the La Sal district places mineralization in the context of the complex fluid flow history that has occurred in the Paradox Basin
Feb 1, 2025
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Augmented-reality system for training of heavy-equipment operators in surface mining
By Amy McBrayer, Vladislav Kecojevic, Juan David Valencia Quiceno, Dragan Bogunovic
The mining industry’s commitment to innovation reflects a history of adopting technological advancements to enhance workplace safety, environmental sustainability and vocational training. The objectiv
Feb 1, 2025
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Impacts of Alternative Hydrocarbon Fuels on Ammonium Nitrate-Based Explosives
By Jeffrey W. Lin, Larry B. Weston, Jonathan D. Abbott, Jordan L. Arthur
Hydrocarbon fuel oils are one of the main components of ammonium nitrate-based explosives, including ANFO (Ammonium Nitrate-Fuel Oil) and emulsions. While a wide variety of fuels can, and have, been u
Jan 21, 2025
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Blast movement numerical simulation effective way to monitor ore dilution.
By Sam Taoum, Omar Riahi
Few tools allow for accurately tracking ore dilution after blasting. Existing methods often rely on data analysis or linear interpolation of velocity, which can be imprecise and less effective in vari
Jan 21, 2025
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Application of Differential Blasting for Value Chain Optimisation
By Stephen Mansfield, Saran Sankar
The Sentinel open pit copper mine, operated by First Quantum Minerals Ltd, is located in the North West province of Zambia. The Sentinel orebody is a sediment-hosted, structurally modified deposit in
Jan 21, 2025
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Development of Scaled Damage Criteria for Blasting
By Jorge Alvarez
In a large-scale open-pit mining operation, continuous efforts are made to control damage to the slope walls. An essential tool in this effort is determining the PPVc (critical peak particle velocity)
Jan 21, 2025
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Blasting Techniques to Prevent Coal Loss and Damage
By Visitor Makiyi, Chris Batten
Poor coal recovery due to coal damage or loss caused by blasting can have a significant impact on a mining operation. Increasing coal recovery by reducing blast damage can provide a significant opport
Jan 21, 2025
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A Study on the Attenuation Characteristics of Electronic Blasting Vibrations for Different Types Blast Designs According to Korean Open-Pit Blasting Standards for Proposing the Blast Vibration Equation
By Park Yun-Seok, Jung Seung-Won, Hwang Nam-Sun, Song Jin-hyuk, Kim Young-ho
This study proposes a new blasting vibration estimation formula that reflects the vibration reduction characteristics of electronic detonators, which are not considered in the current MOLIT blasting v
Jan 21, 2025
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Blasting Optimization Strategies for Enhanced Productivity at Mont-Wright Mine
By Joe Atalla, Jesse Desrochers, Rodrigo Hayashida, Joseph Mukendi Kabuya
The Mont-Wright mine stands as a prominent open-pit operation in Canada, renowned for its vast iron-ore reserves. However, the efficacy of its blasting operations, crucial for efficient production, ha
Jan 21, 2025
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Emulsion Breakers for Waste Explosives
By Maja Franjic, Ian Tolliday, Chris Collins, James Wiltshire
Ammonium Nitrate Emulsions (ANE) are a large segment of the explosives market for the mining industry. These emulsions are generally designed to be very stable but when breakdown does occur, removal o
Jan 21, 2025
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Maximizing Mining Recovery Through Advanced Blasting Techniques and Blast Movement Management
By Aris Tambunan, Nella Lubis, Nurafrianti Saala, Komang Widhiayanto, Herry Saputra, Rudolf Sitorus
Maximizing mining recovery rates and minimizing ore loss are pivotal objectives for economic efficiency and operational effectiveness. This study explores methods to address these imperatives by enhan
Jan 21, 2025
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New Methodology for Calculating Dynamic Pressure
By Jorge Cárdenas, José Luis Hurtado
The critical distance determination test through direct recording for the mine in Phase 03 was carried out in January 2024, and in it the vibration and pressure models were obtained for the Sedimentar
Jan 21, 2025
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Slope stability through the application of low-energy explosives technology
By Jorge Cárdenas, Diego Gamarra
In previous phases of the mine, a landslide resulted in several losses in production delays. The stability of slopes in a mining operation is critical for the sustainability of the operation, as they
Jan 21, 2025
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Drilling Cost Optimization by Using a Water-Powered Drilling Technique at an Underground Sublevel Stoping Operation
By Alexandra Yuyali
The objective of this research work is to increase the drilling ratio represented in tons per drilled meter (ton/m) to reduce mining costs. One of the key characteristics of this research is the use o
Jan 21, 2025
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Using a low-density explosive and setting proper blast patterns to prevent Sympathetic Detonation at Itabira Mine in the Quadrilátero Ferrífero region.
By Vitor Barcelos, Eduardo Elói, Gabriella Vaz, Davi Oliveira, Leandro Silveira
Following a routine production blast at Vale S.A.'s Itabira Mine in the Quadrilátero Ferrífero region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, nearby residents registered complaints about blast-induced vibrations. An
Jan 21, 2025
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A Retrospective Examination of the Evolution of Electronic Detonators
By Campbell Robertson
The evolution of electronic detonators in commercial mining, construction and demolition has been a transformative journey, characterized by technological innovation, enhanced safety measures and impr
Jan 21, 2025
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NOx Detection in Video Data Based on Ensemble Machine Learning
By Emmett J. Ientilucci, Martin Held, Xuesong Liu
Mining is crucial for advancing technology and science by providing essential resources and materials. Quarry blasting, a necessary process in mining, releases these resources and chemicals, driving r
Jan 21, 2025