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TBM Excavability: Prediction and Machine–Rock InteractionBy Z. T. Bieniawski, José Miguel Galera, Benjamín Celada
TBM case histories from over 400 tunnel sections are analyzed presenting a comprehensive application of the Rock Mass Excavability (RME) index (Bieniawski et al.2006). The paper introduces two new adj
Jan 1, 2007
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Wanapum Dam Repaired Using Post-Tensioning AnchorsBy Rick Deschamps, Brian Barkauskas, Aled Hughes, Abigail Stein
In central Washington, six miles south of the small town of Vantage, the flow of the Columbia River is harnessed by the Wanapum Dam which is part of the Priest Rapids Hydroelectric Project owned and o
Jan 1, 2018
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Constrained Multivariable Control of a Pilot Flotation Column at the Laronde ConcentratorBy D. E. Calisaya, É. Poulin, A. Desbiens, R. del Villar, A. Riquelme
"A 15 cm diameter by 732 cm height, fully automated pilot column was installed in the Agnico-Eagle’s Laronde concentrator (Québec), for evaluating the performance of newly developed sensors and advanc
Jan 1, 2012
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Structural Response of Brick Veneer Houses to Blast VibrationBy Adrian Moore, John Wilson, Alan Richards, Emad Gad
Project C9040 – ‘Structure Response to Blast Vibration’, funded by the Australian Coal Association Research Program (ACARP), involved the investigation of the structural response from blast vibration
Jan 1, 2003
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Human Aspects of Automation - The Diamond Drilling Case StudyBy Helen Francis
Over the last decade, lower ore grades and deeper mine environments have demanded that mining companies develop new technologies (tools and processes) to ensure a mine?s economic sustainability. At In
May 1, 2002
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IC 6168 Mining Methods And Costs At The Magma Mine, Superior, Ariz. ? IntroductionBy Fred W. Snow
This paper describing the mining practices at the Magma mine, Superior, Ariz., is one of a series being prepared by the Bureau of Mines on mining prac¬tices, methods, and costs in the various mining d
Jan 1, 1929
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TECHNICAL NOTE - Influence of Process Variables in the High Gradient Separation of Uranium OresBy S. G. Malghan, J. P. Van Dillen
Introduction Some uranium minerals are paramagnetic and hence are amenable to concentration by high gradient magnetic separation (HGMS). This paper describes effects of the HGMS parameters-pulp vel
Jan 12, 1983
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Retention of Small Grinding Media inside Ball MillsBy Jocelyn Bouchard, Claude Bazin, Sami Makni, Rolando Quispe
"Finely disseminated minerals in ores require intensive size reduction to achieve sufficient liberation for the subsequent concentration process. The use of small grinding media in conventional ball m
Jan 1, 2015
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Close-In Blasting at the Tri-Met Light Rail Tunnels in Portland, OregonBy Don Z. Painter, Gordon F. Revey
Frontier/Traylor Joint Venture is presently constructing a section of the Tri-County Metropolitan Transit District of Oregon's (TRI-MET) Westside Light Rail system. This new section will extend Portla
Jan 1, 1995
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Spectroelectrochemistry Of Enargite I: Reactivity In Alkaline SolutionsBy R. N. Gow
The presence of enargite (Cu3AsS4) is problematic in gold processing because it is environmentally hazardous due to its arsenic content but also because it is double refractory causing both cyanide an
Feb 27, 2013
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A Need To Reevaluate Attitudes In Engineering And ConstructionBy d&apos, E. Appolonia
A construction project is successful when all parties contributing to it are winners. It is not a success when there are winners and losers. Contractors, engineers, suppliers and equipment developers
Jan 1, 1985
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Design and Construction of the Fields Point Tunnel Pump Station for the Narragansett Bay Commission CSO Abatement Program, Providence, Rhode Island ? IntroductionBy Geoffrey Hughes
The Narragansett Bay Commission (NBC) is a regional sewer authority that serves ten communities in the Providence, Rhode Island metropolitan area. From 1992 to 1999, the NBC developed a comprehensive
Jan 1, 2008
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An Improved Method For The Prediction Of Pile Bearing Capacity From Dynamic TestingBy R. T. Stain
Dynamic methods of load testing piles using a drop hammer to generate the input force have been in use for many years. These systems are based on the wave equations developed at the Case Institute of
Jan 1, 1989
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A Review of Nickel, Copper, and Cobalt Recovery by Chelating Ion Exchange Resins from Mining Processes and Mining Tailings Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration )By Botelho Junior, Amilton Barbosa, Denise C. R. Espinosa, David B. Dreisinger
Copper and cobalt can be found on nickel laterite ores, and cobalt can be found also on copper ores, and many contaminants such as iron, aluminum, and magnesium are associated with these ores. In hydr
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The Influence of Polysaccharides on Film Stability and Bubble Attachment at the Talc Surface Mining, Metallurgy and ExplorationBy Lei Pan, Venkata Atluri, Xuming Wang, Yuesheng Gao, Jan D. Miller
The wetting characteristics and water film stability at the talc surface have been studied, particularly the effect of polysaccharides such as guar gum, starch, and dextrin. Talc is a gangue mineral i
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Technical Developments And Environmental Improvements On The Peirce Smith Converters At Sumitomo?s Toyo Smelter & RefineryBy Harumasa Kurokawa
Since the initial start-up, the Toyo Smelter & Refinery has been operating in harmony with the ambient environment, and improvements have been implemented with technologies specifically developed for
Jan 1, 2005
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Development of a tool for assessing the environmental sustainability of mining facilitiesBy G. Gaidajis, K. Angelakoglou
The development of a tool for assessing the environmental sustainability of mining facilities is described in this study. The tool is based on the analysis of basic components of the examined system,
Jan 1, 2011
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Industrial Minerals 1986 - Barite, Bauxite and aluminaBy R. J. Anderson, A. V. Castelli
In 1986, United States' barite production fell 48.9%, consumption - sold or used by grinding plants - was off 47.3%, and imports were down 63.8%. Meanwhile, world mine production decreased 29.6%,
Jan 5, 1987
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Characteristics Analysis of a Bastnaesite Rare Earth Mineral for Recovery of CeriumCharacteristics Analysis of a Bastnaesite Rare Earth Mineral for Recovery of Cerium
Sep 13, 2010
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Regulation Compliance: Security in Manufacturiing, Transportation, Storage and Use of Commercial ExplosivesBy John Capers
•The IME is the Safety and Security Association of the commercial explosives industry in the United States and Canada. •Founded in 1913 •Board of Governors •5 Standing committees- 1. Technical 2. Envi
Jan 1, 2006