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An experimental study on the electrical potential of non-piezoelectric geomaterials during fracturing and sliding
By T. Ito, N. Tokashiki, H. A. Bilgin, Ö. Aydan, T. Akagi
This study is concerned with the electric potential induced by deformation, fracturing and sliding of non-piezoelectric geomaterials. In experiments, the acoustic emissions together with electric pote
Jan 1, 2003
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A review of information on the influence of plan curvature on rock slope stability and its effect on the volume of wedge failures
By R. Armstrong
The stability of rock slopes is significantly influenced by their curvature in plan view. The importance of this in open pit mining is indicated by the fact that, in a deep pit, steepening of the slop
Jan 1, 2003
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TBM cutting forces with particular reference to cutter and tunnel diameters
By 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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Geotechnical parameters characteristics for a kind of schist in Iran
By A. Fahimifar, H. Soroush
Abstract: Triaxial tests were conducted on the schist specimens with various anisotropic angles under confining pressures of 0, 7 and 15 MPa, and axial stress-axial strains, were measured and plot
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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Disturbance Assessment at the Wall of a Vertical Blasted Shaft in Marls
By J. P. Piguet, Y. Wileveau
ABSTRACT : An experimental programme for damage assessment was performed in the vicinity of the main shaft of Andra’s Underground Research Laboratory, currently under construction in the East of Franc
Jan 1, 2003
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Revaluation of rock mass classification using multivariate analysis and estimation of the tunnel support
By B. H. Kim, S. K. Chung
RMR, Rock Mass Rating, is one of the famous rock classifications. However, RMR was proposed empirically and absolutely depends on the experience of engineer. Therefore, engineering verification is nee
Jan 1, 2003
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Characterisation of cellular lightweight concrete and timber stope supports
By 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
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Use of magnetic anistropy sensor for measurement of stresses on steel support and its potential
By H. Sekimoto, T. Matsuoka, K. Yasuhara, M. Ota, S. Akutagawa
A magnetic anisotropy sensor is used for nondestructive measurement of stress on surfaces of a ferromagnetic material, such as steel. The sensor is built on the principle of the magneto-strictive effe
Jan 1, 2003
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Novel ceramic composites produced from coal discards with potential application in the building and construction sectors
By R. Trammell, O. Eterigho-Ikelegbe, S. O. Bada
In response to the enormous amounts of coal discard generated during coal mining and preparation, the development of an efficient and sustainable strategic use of this resource is essential. Furthermo
Aug 2, 2022
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Reduction Rates of MnO and SiO2 in SiMn Slags between 1500 and 1650°C
By P. P. Kim, M. Tangstad, T. A. Larssen
"The kinetics of MnO and SiO2 reduction in SiMn slags based on Assmang/Comilog ore and HCFeMn (highcarbon ferromanganese) slag were investigated between 1500 and 1650°C under a CO atmosphere. The resu
May 1, 2019
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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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Assessing coal mine closures and mining community profiles for the ‘just transition’ in South Africa
By A. T. van Zyl, M. Mthenjane, M. J. Cole
Growing global concern over the impacts of climate change, attributable largely to fossil fuel energy sources, has led to the widely shared goal for a ‘just transition’ to cleaner energy and reduced d
Jun 5, 2023
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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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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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New Approach to Evaluate the TOWS Matrix and its Application in a Mining Company
By I. Cerny, M. Vanek, J. Hubácek
"SWOT analyses and the closely related TOWS matrix are frequent starting points for an organization to develop its strategy. The paper deals with the evaluation of the TOWS matrix and presents three n
Dec 1, 2018
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Employee engagement among women in technical positions in the South Africa mining industry
By N. Mashaba, D. Botha
The aims of this study were to investigate the factors that influence women’s engagement in technical positions in the South African mining sector and to determine what could be done to promote their
Nov 6, 2023
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A sustainable approach to derelict and ownerless mines in South Africa
By S. Mudau, P. Mohasoa, M. J. Cole
Derelict and ownerless (D&O) mines in South Africa have been an ongoing concern for over a decade. While some progress has been made to rehabilitate D&O asbestos sites, significant work remains, exace
Apr 25, 2025
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Interpretation and modelling of a hydromechanical in situexperiment within a fractured calcareous rock mass
By 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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Mechanical behaviour of rock salt masses under high stress to strength ratio (damaging) and under very low stress to strength ratios with high confining pressure (healing)
By Z. Hou
ABSTRACT: Short-term strength, damage and healing boundaries for rock salt are experimentally determined and integrated into the Hou/Lux-MDS damage-healing model. This model can be used to describe th
Jan 1, 2003