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The necessity of 3D analysis for open-pit rock slope stability studies: Theory and practice
By A. McQuillan, N. Bar
Geotechnical models developed during the planning stages of open pit mines are three-dimensional so as to capture the spatial variation in lithological, structural, hydrogeological, and geomechanical
Feb 6, 2023
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The status of extended reality technology in South Africa’s mining industry
By J. Maritz, K. de Beer, S. M. Buthelezi
The economic upheaval of COVID-19 forced companies to invest in emerging technologies to aid recovery. One such technology is extended reality, which is becoming a mature and innovative tool. Early ad
Jul 10, 2024
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South Africa’s Options for Mine-Impacted Water re-use: A Review
By T. Grewar
"South Africa is a water-scarce country, rated as one of the 30 driest countries in the world. Worryingly, government expects water demand to outstrip supply as early as 2025. The South African govern
Mar 1, 2019
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Spotlight ? Minerals & Materials ?96
By F. W. Petersen
The Conference Minerals & Materials '96 was held in Somerset West, South Africa, from 31st July to 2nd August, 1996. It was organized by the Universities of Stellenbosch and Cape Town, the Cape T
Jan 1, 1996
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Numerical investigation into slag solidification inside an ilmenite DC arc furnace using a finite element method approach
By A. Mainza, A. Mabentsela
A finite element model of a 5 m radius DC arc ilmenite furnace in idling mode was used to test the notion that the slag solidifies when it comes in to contact with colder pig iron, thus constituting t
Mar 30, 2023
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Simulation-assisted plant design, A. Lebedev
By A. Lebedev
Application of dynamic simulation for a base metal processing plant is discussed. The plant receives ore of variable quality from two pits and blending had to be applied to maximise recovery. The plan
Jan 1, 2020
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A Mining Perspective on the Potential of Renewable Electricity Sources For Operations in South Africa: Part 2 – A Multi-Criteria Decision Assessment
By R. G. Votteler, A. C. Brent
"The first in this series of two papers, on the potential of renewable electricity sources for mining operations in South Africa, investigated the internal structure of mining corporations to evaluate
Jan 1, 2017
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Open Cast Pit Sidewall Collapse - Quo Vadis Insurance?
By A M. Garforth
Insurers are hesitant to provide coverage for Open cast Pit side wall collapse, and even the consequent damage to plant and equipment in the pit as well as the resulting interference with the mining o
Jan 1, 2006
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Optimization of Conditions for the Preparation of Activated Carbon from Olive Stones for Application in Gold Recovery
By M. Louarrat, G. Enaime, A. Yaacoubi, A. Baçaoui, J. Blin
"The purpose of this study is to prepare a new activated carbon from olive stones for use in gold recovery by carbon-in-leach (CIL) and carbon-inpulp (CIP). The preparation method chosen was physical
Mar 1, 2019
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Applications of collectors containing thioamide groups in the flotation of copper, copper-molybdenum, and gold ores, V.I. Ryaboy, V.P. Kretov, and I.V. Ryaboy
By V. I. Ryaboy, V. P. Kretov, I. V. Ryaboy
Attachment of collectors containing thioamide groups to sulfide minerals is interpreted as interaction between NH-acids and sulfides acting as solid bases with the formation of a donor–acceptor reagen
Jan 1, 2020
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Stakeholder inclusion in the design and development of equipment for the modernizing mining sector in South Africa
By S. Schutte, J. Pelders, F. Magweregwede, S. Ngobese, W. Botha
A people-centric, systematic approach that involves different stakeholders is considered necessary to successfully address changes associated with modernizing the South African mining industry. In thi
Apr 5, 2023
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Predicting rock fragmentation based on drill monitoring: A case study from Malmberget mine, Sweden
By H. Schunnesson, H. Fredriksson, D. Johansson, E. Söderström, S. Manzoor, A. Gustafson, M. Danielsson
Fragmentation analysis is an essential part of the optimization process in any mining operation. The costs of loading, hauling, and crushing the rock are strongly influenced by the size distribution o
Mar 2, 2022
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Outotec Smelting Solutions For The PGM Industry
By L. Aspola
The platinum group metals (PGMs), i.e. ruthenium, rhodium, palladium, osmium, iridium, and platinum, are typically found in association with each other, but also importantly, with nickel and copper. T
Jan 1, 2012
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The process plant commissioning, start up and optimization at Ada Tepe Gold Mine, A. Grigoryan, L. Stamenov, M. Nolte, K. Evtiminova, and E. Ayvazov
By L. Stamenov, A. Grigoryan, M. Nolte, E. Ayvazov, K. Evtiminova
Dundee Precious Metals Inc. (DPM) owns and operates the Ada Tepe gold mine and processing facility (previously referred to as the Krumovgrad Gold Project) located in south-western Bulgaria. The Ada Te
Jan 1, 2020
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Decoupling the effects of alteration on the mineralogy and flotation performance of Great Dyke PGE ores
By B. McFadzean, M. Tadie, T. Dzingai, M. Becker
Ores from a single deposit may exhibit extensive variability in their mineralogy and texture. The ability to quantify this variability and link it to mineral processing performance is one of the prima
Sep 1, 2021
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A semi-empirical solution for estimating the elastic stresses around inclined mine stopes for the Mathews-Potvin stability analysis
By R. Simon, P. Pagé, L. Li, P. Yang
The Mathews-Potvin stability method is widely used in the Canadian mining industry as a starting point to determine the maximum dimensions of mine stopes. However, it cannot be applied to inclined (mo
Aug 1, 2021
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Density separation of copper smelter dust for copper upgrade, D.O. Okanigbe and A.P.I. Popoola
By A. P. I. Popoola, D. O. Okanigbe
Copper smelter dust (CSD) is a byproduct of copper smelting and is composed of considerable amounts of copper values and also contaminants (like silica and mullite). Silica in CSD forms Siloxane, a lo
Jan 1, 2020
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Using 3D numerical simulations to model active in-mine seismic surveys at South Deep Gold Mine, South Africa
By S. Plaatjie, L. Linzer, M. S. D. Manzi, M. Sihoyiya
Fiber-Optic Sensing and UAV-Platform Techniques for Innovative Mineral Exploration (FUTURE) is a joint European Union and South African consortium project funded under ERA-NET Cofund ERA-MIN3. The pro
Jan 12, 2025
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Rare Earth Elements enrichment in Triassic coals deposits and associated argillaceous rocks in Lesotho
By S. Hlajoane, L. S. Mokhahlane
The demand for rare earth elements has increased around the world due to their application in a variety of technological advancements. Previous studies have evaluated the potential of the rare earth e
Nov 6, 2024