New Publications

New Publications
Author: United States. Bureau of Mines
Publisher:
Total Pages: 654
Release: 1987
Genre: Mineral industries
ISBN:

Mine Planning and Equipment Selection

Mine Planning and Equipment Selection
Author: Carsten Drebenstedt
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 1464
Release: 2013-10-16
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 331902678X

This edited volume includes all papers presented at the 22nd International Conference on Mine Planning and Equipment Selection (MPES), Dresden, Germany, 2013. Mineral Resources are needed for almost all processes of modern life, whilst the mining industry is facing strict requirements regarding efficiency and sustainability. The research papers in this volume deal with the latest developments and research results in the fields of mining, machinery, automatization and environment protection.

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

Flyrock in Surface Mining

Flyrock in Surface Mining
Author: Autar K. Raina
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 174
Release: 2023-07-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000915735

This book provides a comprehensive understanding of historical and recent research, with a critical review of several aspects of the flyrock phenomenon, along with classification of pertinent literature. This puts flyrock into proper perspective and develops a comprehensive regime for flyrock prediction and control. It also addresses the blast danger zone demarcation based on scientific understanding in comparison to the consequence-based approach supported by pertinent case studies. Features: Discusses exclusive material on flyrock in surface mining. Presents comprehensive and critical review of the flyrock phenomenon. Reviews prediction and control mechanisms in vogue with scientific and risk-based definitions of blast danger zone. Provides new insights into the flyrock definitions, prediction, and prevention along with the research approach to the problem. Includes Indian case studies and summarize global data available in the published domain. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in mining and civil engineering, engineering geology, and blasting.

Energy Efficiency in the Minerals Industry

Energy Efficiency in the Minerals Industry
Author: Kwame Awuah-Offei
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2017-10-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3319541994

This book presents a state-of-the-art analysis of energy efficiency as applied to mining processes. From ground fragmentation to mineral processing and extractive metallurgy, experts discuss the current state of knowledge and the nagging questions that call for further research. It offers an excellent resource for all mine managers and engineers who want to improve energy efficiency to boost both production efficiency and sustainability. It will also benefit graduate students and experienced researchers looking for a comprehensive review of the current state of knowledge concerning energy efficiency in the minerals industry.