Drilling and Blasting of Rocks

Drilling and Blasting of Rocks
Author: E. Lopez Jimeno
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 416
Release: 1995-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9789054101994

Rock breakage with explosives has existed since the seventeenth century when black powder came into use in mining. Since then it has progressed from the invention of dynamite to the use of heavy ANFO. During the past two decades, there have been numerous technical contributions which have brought a better understanding of rock fragmentation with explosives, an improvement in drilling equipment and a noticeable evolution in the development of new explosives and blasting accessories. The Geomining Technological Institute of Spain (ITCE), aware of this progress and of the importance which the breakage process has acquired in mining and civil engineering projects, has ordered the publication of Drilling and Blasting of Rocks. The purpose of this Handbook is to give basic knowledge of the drilling systems, the types of available explosives and the accessories and the parameters that intervene in blast designing, whether controllable or not; at the same time the objectives and contents contribute to improved safety in mining. The Handbook is meant for all professionals who are involved with explosives in mining operations and civil engineering projects, as well as for students of technical schools.

Rotary Drilling and Blasting in Large Surface Mines

Rotary Drilling and Blasting in Large Surface Mines
Author: Bhalchandra V. Gokhale
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 772
Release: 2010-12-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0203841395

In large surface mining operations, drilling and blasting activities constitute more than 15% of the total costs. In order to optimize performance and minimize costs, a thorough knowledge of drill and blast operations is, therefore, extremely important.In this unique reference volume, rotary blasthole drilling and surface blasting, as applied in la

Drilling and Blasting of Rocks

Drilling and Blasting of Rocks
Author: FranciscoJavier AyalaCarcedo
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 406
Release: 2017-11-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1351454617

Rock breakage with explosives has existed since the seventeenth century when black powder came into use in mining. Since then it has progressed from the invention of dynamite to the use of heavy ANFO. During the past two decades, there have been numerous technical contributions which have brought a better understanding of rock fragmentation with explosives, an improvement in drilling equipment and a noticeable evolution in the development of new explosives and blasting accessories. The Geomining Technological Institute of Spain (ITCE), aware of this progress and of the importance which the breakage process has acquired in mining and civil engineering projects, has ordered the publication of Drilling and Blasting of Rocks. The purpose of this Handbook is to give basic knowledge of the drilling systems, the types of available explosives and the accessories and the parameters that intervene in blast designing, whether controllable or not; at the same time the objectives and contents contribute to improved safety in mining. The Handbook is meant for all professionals who are involved with explosives in mining operations and civil engineering projects, as well as for students of technical schools.

Rock Blasting

Rock Blasting
Author: Pijush Pal Roy
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 364
Release: 2005-06-23
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780415372305

This book is a unique supplement to contemporary scientific literature on rock blasting technology. It encapsulates theoretical and practical aspects of drilling and blasting techniques used in both surface and subterranean excavations connected with civil as well as mining activities. Case studies are presented to illustrate correlations between theoretical calculations and empirical findings. It also summarizes the results of research carried out by the Blasting Department of the Central Mining Research Institute since its inception in the year 1970. It contains fifteen extensive chapters covering statistical methods, design parameters, rock breakage mechanism, structural damage, fragmentation, emerging techniques, surface and sub-surface blasting methodologies, safety and environmental aspects, explosive characteristics and modern initiating devices.

Rock Blasting Terms and Symbols

Rock Blasting Terms and Symbols
Author: Agne Rustan
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 216
Release: 1998-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9789054104414

This dictionary represents today the most extensive rock blasting dictionary available and it is therefore a valuable tool and essential for research and writing reports, papers to international journals. Terminology is important in the process of development of a science because it is the language for communication between students, teachers, technicians, scientists and practitioners in the field of blasting. This dictionary contains 1,980 terms, 316 symbols, ninety-three acronyms, abbreviations and shortened forms, 221 references, thirty-one figures, thity-two formulas and twenty-eight tables. In this book, not only short definitions of the terms are presented, but also a quantification of some terms is included, and their relationship to other parameters in blasting is highlighted. All students, teachers, technicians, engineers, scientists and practioners in the field of blasting should get a copy as a desk reference book. If we all use the same symbols for example, the reading of blasting papers is speeded up and facilitated a lot.

Rock Blasting and Explosives Engineering

Rock Blasting and Explosives Engineering
Author: Per-Anders Persson
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 560
Release: 2018-05-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 135141822X

Rock Blasting and Explosives Engineering covers the practical engineering aspects of many different kinds of rock blasting. It includes a thorough analysis of the cost of the entire process of tunneling by drilling and blasting in comparison with full-face boring. Also covered are the fundamental sciences of rock mass and material strength, the thermal decomposition, burning, shock initiation, and detonation behavior of commercial and military explosives, and systems for charging explosives into drillholes. Functional descriptions of all current detonators and initiation systems are provided. The book includes chapters on flyrock, toxic fumes, the safety of explosives, and even explosives applied in metal working as a fine art. Fundamental in its approach, the text is based on the practical industrial experience of its authors. It is supported by an abundance of tables, diagrams, and figures. This combined textbook and handbook provides students, practitioners, and researchers in mining, mechanical, building construction, geological, and petroleum engineering with a source from which to gain a thorough understanding of the constructive use of explosives.

Rock Fracture and Blasting

Rock Fracture and Blasting
Author: Zong-Xian Zhang
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Total Pages: 530
Release: 2016-04-26
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128027045

Rock Fracture and Blasting: Theory and Applications provides the latest on stress waves, shock waves, and rock fracture, all necessary components that must be critically analyzed to maximize results in rock blasting. The positioning of charges and their capacity and sequencing are covered in this book, and must be carefully modeled to minimize impact in the surrounding environment. Through an explanation of these topics, author Professor Zhang’s experience in the field, and his theoretical knowledge, users will find a thorough guide that is not only up-to-date, but complete with a unique perspective on the field. Includes a rigorous exposition of Stress Waves and Shock Waves, as well as Rock Fracture and Fragmentation Provides both Empirical and Hybrid Stress Blasting Modeling tools and techniques for designing effective blast plans Offers advanced knowledge that enables users to choose better blast techniques Includes exercises for learning and training in each chapter

Engineering Rock Blasting Operations

Engineering Rock Blasting Operations
Author: S. Bhandari
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 400
Release: 1997-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9789054106586

This work provides detailed information about materials needed for carrying out blasting operations such as explosives and related accessories, understanding of the process of fragmentation, various techniques, design methods, and applications including environmental aspects.

Rock Fragmentation by Blasting

Rock Fragmentation by Blasting
Author: Pradeep K. Singh
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 872
Release: 2012-11-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0203387678

Rock Fragmentation by Blasting contains the papers presented at the 10th International Symposium on Rock Fragmentation by Blasting (New Delhi, India, 26-29 November 2012), and represents the most advanced forum on blasting science and technology. The contributions cover all major recent advancements in blasting and fragmentation, from realistic tre

Principles of Rock Fragmentation

Principles of Rock Fragmentation
Author: George Bromley Clark
Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
Total Pages: 634
Release: 1987
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

Not merely a review of existing techniques of rock breakage as applied in the field, the book covers important technical and scientific areas and resolves some of the differences of opinion and controversy surrounding the theory and applications of rock breakage and explosives.