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Numerical Solution for the Deformations of Tunnels in Rock Masses and its Application to Estimate In Situ Stress Ratio K0
By M. Arlandi, J. C. Monge
In this paper, the finite element method is used to obtain deformations of a rock tunnel. More than 3,000 numerical simulations and calculations were carried out. The analysis of this results has all
Jan 1, 2003
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Key Aspects of Bench Flotation as a Geometallurgical Characterization Tool
By V. Ross
"Bench-scale flotation tests play a major role in the geometallurgical process value chain. Despite their apparent simplicity, these tests pose pitfalls in terms of operation, as well as the interpret
Mar 1, 2019
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Underground storage in Sydney, some uncommon rock mechanics features of an uncommon project in Australia
By N. Gatelier, T. You, J. C. Kandel
ABSTRACT: Underground hydrocarbons storage is a very specific domain for the designer. He is usually free to adjust the section, shape and layout to cope with the geological and geotechnical condition
Jan 1, 2003
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Performance Optimization of an Industrial Gamma Activation Assay System for Analysing Gold and Rare Metal Ores
By A. Sokolov, M. Demsky, E. Hasikova, V. Gostilo
"Previously, we upgraded and implemented two gamma activation assay (GAA) systems designed to analyse the gold content in raw ores at Zarafshan laboratory, Uzbekistan, and achieved a detection limit o
May 1, 2019
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Development of a Blast-Induced Vibration Prediction Model Using an Artificial Neural Network
By S. Sinha, S. Ganguly
"In an opencast mine explosives are used for fragmentation of rock. Inefficient use of explosive energy in an opencast operation produces excessive ground vibration, which is measured by peak particle
Feb 1, 2019
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Integration of seismic observations from deep level gold mines with dynamic numerical modelling
By M. W. Hildyard, M. O. Kataka
Seismic integration schemes aim to incorporate the rock mass response provided by the historical seismic activity to improve the ability of numerical models to reproduce future response to mining. Up
Jan 1, 2003
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Gold - The Ultimate Metal
By R. A. Plumbridge
The Honourable Mr Molefe, Premier of the North- West Province; Or Scot-Russel, Chairman of the CMMI's XV Congress; Mr Loton, Chairman of the CMMI; distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. At
Jan 1, 1994
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Behaviour of low molecular weight polymers as dispersants of oil sands tailings, H. Alizadeh, S. Finora, M.R. MacIver, and M. Pawlik
By M. R. MacIver, M. Pawlik, S. Finora, H. Alizadeh
The dispersion of mature fine oil sands tailings (MFT) by the addition of sodium lignosulfonate was studied using contact angle measurements, optical scattering, and particle size measurements. Lignos
Jan 1, 2020
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A Simultaneous Mining and Mineral Processing Optimization and Sustainability Evaluation Prepared During a Platinum Project Prefeasibility Study
By S. F. Burks
"This paper develops themes explained at two SAIMM platinum conferences. Optimization techniques can be used to significantly increase the value of mining businesses by enabling better long-term plann
Jan 1, 2016
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Mechanical–transport processes in salt: consequences for abandonment of underground exploitations
By M. Ghoreychi, X. Daupley
ABSTRACT: The paper is devoted to two major aspects related to the abandonment of salt mines: 1)- Long-term risk associated with the mechanical instability of surface and its consequences for public s
Jan 1, 2003
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Strength, Deformability, and Micromechanics of Brittle Fracture in a Crystalline Rock Under True Triaxial Compressive Stresses
By B. Haimson
A new loading apparatus was fabricated and used to conduct true-triaxial compression tests on KTB amphibolite, a crystalline basement rock. Tests in dry jacketed samples reveal that the intermediate p
Jan 1, 2003
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Experimental and numerical modelling of the tunnel face stability
By J. Trckova, P. Prochazka
Physical models from equivalent materials satisfying geometrical and physical similarity have been constructed. A special technology of simulating the excavation of an opening at the front part of a t
Jan 1, 2003
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Modeling of factors influencing the extent of mud infiltration in a fractured rock mass
By C. Tan, C. Detournay
Wellbore stability is a major concern for drilling in naturally fractured formations. The infiltration of drilling mud into the fractures is a factor, which may compromise wellbore integrity due to t
Jan 1, 2003
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Impact of Competent Persons’ judgements in Mineral Resources classification
By K. Dagdelen , S. K. A. Owusu
Uncertainty with regard to estimated grades and tonnages of a mineral deposit demands risk assessment in order to build investor confidence and attract the interest of other stakeholders in the succes
Aug 8, 2024
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Kwaliteitsbeheer in die metallurgiese bedryf
By W. J. Kotzé
Die derde colloquium van die Spesialiste-afdeling van die SAIMM is op 19 November 1980by die Universiteit van Pretoria gehou en is deur sowat 40 mense bygewoon. Dr J. P. Hugo tree as Voorsitter op en
Jan 1, 1981
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Numerical approach to influence of pore pressure magnitude and gradient on fracture propagation in brittle heterogeneous rocks
By T. H. Yang, K. K. Lee, Z. Z. Liang, C. A. Tang, L. C. Li, Y. Tsui, L. G. Tham
Abstract: A series of numerical tests of hydraulic fracturing in heterogeneous rocks were performed to investigate the influence of pore pressure magnitude and gradient on initiation and propagation
Jan 1, 2003
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Towards Benchmarking Of Safety Performance In The Platinum Sector
By B. Genc
Safety in South African mines is a subject of significant interest, since many mining companies are experiencing production deficits due to safety-related stoppages. In this paper, safety data from t
Jan 1, 2012
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Measurements and analyses of blasting vibrations
By J. Werfling, J. R. Kiehl
SUMMARY: The effects of blasting on structures are assessed on the basis of the maximum amplitudes of the occuring vibration velocities. If the standard values in the German Standard DIN 4150 are not
Jan 1, 2003
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Masjed-e-Soleiman HEPP, Iran Rock Engineering Investigations, Analysis, Design and Construction
By F. B. Samani, B. Stabel
The 1,000 MW Hydro Power Station Masjed-e-Soleiman (formerly called Godar-e-Landar) in Iran is under construction since 1992. The rock engineering aspects of the major underground structure, i.e. the
Jan 1, 2003
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A Review of Work-Integrated Learning in South African Mining Engineering Universities
By L. A. Maseko
"As part of the mining engineering curriculum, students are required to be placed in industry for vacation work or work-integrated learning (WIL). In this paper we review work-based placement as done
Dec 1, 2018