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Unlocking value chain optimisation with a digital mining systemBy S Gulati, N Sarkar, T Vink, S Battersby, L Okada
This paper examines a successful project implemented by BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) and the Polymathian team at Deswik, aimed at enhancing short-term scheduling processes to reduce vessel turn times
Sep 1, 2024
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Case study of joint structure and the design and performance of open pit walls at the Kanmantoo copper mineBy B J. Hutchison, S Gannon, J Chambers, D Oko-oboh
The Kanmantoo copper mine is located in the Adelaide Hills area of South Australia and is owned and operated by Hillgrove Resources (HGO). The mine is a drill and blast, truck and shovel operation min
Sep 20, 2017
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Effect of C/A ratio on the crystallisation behaviour and structure of calcium-aluminate based alternative mold fluxes for casting medium and high Mn/Al steelsBy A Nigam, K Biswas, R Sarkar
Because of the problems with 1st and 2nd generations of Advanced High-Strength Steels (AHSS), a 3rd generation of AHSS steels has become prominent and these steels have properties in between the 1st a
Aug 21, 2024
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Integrating Environmental Impact Assessment into Life-of-Mine PlanningBy J Jones, J Blunt
"The requirement for environmental approvals and associated environmental impact assessments (EIAs) is now commonly regarded as a key milestone and body of work during project development. EIAs can be
Jul 10, 2012
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Geology as Applied to the Mining of Silver-Lead-Zinc Ores at Mount IsaThis article attempts to outline essential features of the Mount Isa ore deposit, to reveal the agencies thought to be responsible for its localization, and to describe methods used for obtaining and
Jan 1, 1939
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Pilbara creek diversions – resilience gained through increased ore recovery and an integrated approach to designBy M Rafty, A Markham, S Atkinson, M Heyting
Over recent years there has been a significant increase in the number of miners in the Pilbara region of Western Australia targeting channel iron deposits (CID) located in valleys, intersected by ephe
Jul 24, 2017
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Improvements in Stoping Practice at the Great Boulder Proprietary Gold Mines LimitedBy Holly J
The period following World War II has seen many changes in stoping techniques at The Great Boulder Gold Mine. The new methods resulted in improved unit production figures, and have given some relief f
Jan 1, 1956
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Tropicana - Unravelling the complexity of a +6 Million Ounce Gold Deposit Hosted in Granulite Facies Metamorphic RocksBy J Savage, A Crawford, M Doyle, N McNaughton, T G. Blenkinsop
Area selection criteria for gold exploration have historically highlighted the low prospectivity of high-metamorphic grade terranes relative to regions with lower metamorphic grades. The Tropicana gol
Sep 26, 2013
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Presidential Address (d5ebea7f-aa5b-44e8-8852-0e1790fcdc7e)Mr. Murray said: Having recently returned from a visit to America, it may be of interest to members to hear something from me of the mining fields and metallurgical works which I had the opportunity o
Jan 1, 1927
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Some Aspects of the Oxidation of Sulphide Minerals in Aqueous SuspensionThe oxidation of sulphide minerals in aqueous suspension is discussed from several viewpoints. Limitations of our present knowledge are pointed out, and several points where further information would
Jan 1, 1961
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The Discovery of the Nam San Copper-gold Deposit, Phu Kham, LaosBy K J. F Logan, P W. Leaman, B A. Tucker
"An EXTENDED ABSTRACT is available for download. A full-length paper was not prepared for this presentation. The Nam San copper-gold deposit was discovered in 2011 and is a likely blind extension of t
Mar 18, 2015
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A Synopsis of the Geology of the Lyell District, TasmaniaIT is not intended that this paper should be regarded as an account of the geology of the Lyell district. It is merely a synopsis of some of the conclusions recently arrived at in regard to the strati
Jan 1, 1927
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Dry processing of magnetic iron ores – addressing cost and environmental issuesBy W Skinner, C G. Kelsey, J R. Kelly
The iron ore industry has reached the end of an unprecedented period of expansion triggered by China’s demand for iron ore. Lower ore prices have led producers to focus on optimising mining operations
Jul 24, 2017
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Optimised Process Control in Iron Ore via Online Analysis of Light ElementsBy L Köresaar, J Moilanen
With lower and increasingly variable Fe grades in iron ore resources, the monitoring of Si, Al, Mg and other light elements to meet quality requirements is gaining importance in the iron ore beneficia
Jul 13, 2015
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The Concentration of Ore from the Read-Rosebery Mines of Electrolytic Zinc Company of Australasia LimitedDESCRIPTION OF OREThe ore consists, in general, of a very finely grained mixture of sphalerite, galena, and pyrite, with a gangue of quartz and schistose material, and contains about one ounce of silv
Jan 1, 1927
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Determining the Impacts of Salinity on Freshwater OrganismsBy R Mann, R Prasad, S Vink, V Nanjappa
The level of salinity that various aquatic organisms can tolerate without incurring any adverse effects is dependent on several environmental and evolutionary factors. These factors include the relati
Nov 26, 2013
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The Structural Evolution of the Hyde-Macraes Shear Zone at Round Hill, Otago, New ZealandThe Hyde Macraes Shear Zone (HMSZ) is an extensive low angle semibrittle mineralised structure in the Otago Schist Belt, New Zealand. The shear zone is located on the lower limb of a late metamorphic
Jan 1, 1992
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"Proposed Methodology for Utilising Automated Core Logging Technology to Extract Geotechnical Index Parameters"By R Berry, J Lett, C L. Harraden
"In the past decade, increased processing capacity combined with precision robotics in high resolution spectrometers has resulted in a new generation of high-speed hyperspectral core logging systems.
Jun 15, 2016
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Managing the Impact of Environmental Law on Major Resource Development ProjectsEnsuring the success of a major resource development project, whether in the Gippsland Basin or elsewhere, is typically both a complex and costly process. It is therefore imperative from the point o
Jan 1, 1992
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The Breakdown of Shales in WaterBy Whitmore R. L
The action of water on a number of Queensland shales which are associated with particular coal measures and oil shales has been studied. The results suggest that the disintegration of some of the shal
Jan 1, 1982