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Geostatistical modelling of rock type domains with spatially varying proportions: application to a porphyry copper deposit - Synopsis
Plurigaussian simulation allows constructing lithofacies or rock type models that reproduce the contacts between facies in accordance with the geologist?s interpretation. Its implementation requires i
Jan 1, 2008
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The optimization of the Shahroud copper ore beneficiation plant by using of physical preconcentration X-ray sorting method, M. Asghari, A. Haratian, S. Haji, and R. Amiri
By M. Asghari, R. Amiri, A. Haratian, S. Haji
The aim of this investigation is the evaluation of optimising the Shahroud copper ore beneficiation plant near the Iranian city of Shahroud, by means of a sensor-based ore sorter applying X-ray transm
Jan 1, 2020
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Evaluation of microbial amendments in a technosol produced from South African coal processing wastes, J. Weiler, J.R.Amaral Filho, M. Smart, J. Broadhurst, and S.T.L. Harrison
By S. T. L. Harrison, J. R. Amaral Filho, M. Smart, J. Broadhurst, J. Weiler
Technosol production from mine waste, following amendment with additional organic residues, to provide healthy and functional topsoil is an advantageous alternative to the long-term dump disposal of m
Jan 1, 2020
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Determination of the optimal sensor for ore sorting, M. Kern, L. Tusa, M. Khodadazadeh, T. Leißner, R. Gloaguen, K.G. van den Boogaart, and J. Gutzmer
By M. Khodadazadeh, K. G. van den Boogaart, T. Leißner, L. Tusa, J. Gutzmer, R. Gloaguen, M. Kern
Ore sorting is a technology that is increasingly used to process primary raw materials. Timeconsuming and expensive empirical state-of-the-art test work is carried out to assess whether the use of ore
Jan 1, 2020
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Non-cyanide gold recovery methods for refractory sulfide raw material pressure oxidation, A.V. Epiforov, S.V. Balikov, S.S. Gudkov, and E.D. Musin
By E. D. Musin, S. S. Gudkov, A. V. Epiforov, S. V. Balikov
The standard technology for processing of gold-bearing sulfide raw material has many problems associated with the use of cyanide as a gold lixiviant. Therefore, many tests to find alternative gold rec
Jan 1, 2020
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Slope stability evaluation of Gneiss rock slopes using slope mass rating (SMR) and QSlope
By E. Kalhan, C. Kincal
One of the biggest problems in open pit mining is slope stability. The avoidance of slope stability problems depends on a comprehensive assessment of environmental and operational factors such as geol
Sep 1, 2025
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DC Arc Smelting Of Difficult PGM-Containing Feed Materials
By I. J. Kotzé, R. T. Jones
Conventional PGM matte smelting requires the presence of a certain quantity of base metal sulphides in order to collect the platinum group metals in a molten sulphidic matte phase in the furnace. Furt
Jan 1, 2004
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Flyrock in surface mining–Part 3: Shock wave, stress wave, blasthole expansion
By T. Szendrei, S. Tose
The generally accepted view in rock blasting is that the sources of energy for the fracture and movement of rock reside in the shock wave and gas action resulting from the explosion, and yet the mecha
Oct 9, 2024
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Annual General Meeting of the Institute
The Annual General Meeting of the South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy was held in Kelvin House on Wednesday, 23rd August, 1978. Mr P. A. von Wielligh (President) was in the chair and dec
Jan 1, 1979
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Estimation of Lateritic-Type Orebodies
By A. G. Journel, CH. Huijbregts
"Centre de Morphologie MathématiqueSpecial problems arise in the evaluation of lateritic-type orebodies (Ni-Co, bauxite) or, more generally, orebodies affected by surface weathering. In this type of o
Jan 1, 2014
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Investigation of factors influencing the attrition breakage of coal - Synopsis
By V. Oberholzer
The presence of fines (particles smaller than 6 mm in diameter) causes hydrodynamic problems in gasifiers and therefore it is of great importance to minimize the amount of fine coal in the feed. This
Jan 1, 2009
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Treatment of chromium (VI) waste solutions with clay-based adsorbents after reduction with acid mine drainage
By S. W. Robertson, M. T. Golela, S. Mxinwa
South Africa has one of the largest Cr-related industries in the world and generates large amounts of Cr-containing smelter dusts. It is normal practice to scrub Cr from the furnace off-gas in water,
Feb 12, 2024
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Chemical and phase chemical characterisation of three different tap-hole clays, I.C. Thobadi, M. Mnisi, J.D. Steenkamp, E Matinde, W. Clark
By E Matinde, M. Mnisi, I. C. Thobadi, W. Clark, J. D. Steenkamp
Pyrometallurgical smelters utilise tap-holes, through which liquid metal, matte and/or slag are tapped at regular intervals. However, tap-hole failures can have a devastating impact on smelters, which
Jan 1, 2020
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Can preconcentration of cassiterite from its pegmatite ore reduce processing costs and improve operational sustainability?
By A. Chuma, K. J. Nyembwe, H. Simonsen, J. H. Potgieter
Different concentration techniques were evaluated for preconcentration of a mineral ore at a coarser size to avoid energy and resource wastage. Specifically, the aim was to reduce milling costs and en
Apr 14, 2024
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New X-ray sorting technology employing sophisticated high resolution detectors, J. Kolacz and S. Polansky
By S. Polansky, J. Kolacz
The new sorting system has been developed to achieve efficient separation at low mineral content levels. The system employs high resolution X-ray sensors providing multi-energy analysis, thus giving m
Jan 1, 2020
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New reagents for controlling of H2O2 by metal sulfide and its effect in Galena Flotation
By A. R. Javadi
Pyrite (FeS2), chalcopyrite (CuFeS2), sphalerite (ZnS) and galena (PbS) generate hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) when placed in water, with pyrite generating the most amount of H2O2. The order of these miner
Jan 1, 2020
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Comparing the recovery of rare earth elements from ion-adsorption clay leach solutions using various precipitants
By J. Petersen, A. E. Lewis, J. Chivavava
Rare earth elements (REEs) have special properties that prompted their extensive use in high-tech applications. The demand for REE has, therefore, increased over the past years, resulting in the suppl
Dec 11, 2024
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Modelling of Caving and Deformation Mechanisms of the Hangingwall of the Printzsköld Oreboby at Malmberget Mine (03a27e40-8c71-43a1-b479-c4de1aad711b)
By J. Sjöberg, T. Savilahti, S. B. Umar
"Sublevel caving in Malmberget mine results in mining-induced surface deformation. One of the currently mined orebodies is the Printzsköld orebody. As mining deepens there is need to assess the behavi
Jan 1, 2017
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Sustainability Of Innovative Management Practices Of Geotechnical Risk At Damang Pit Cut Back (Dpcb) ? A Case Study At Gold Fields Ghana, Damang Mine
By E. Dadzie
This paper will review some methods used to manage geotechnical risk at Damang Pit Cutback. The pit depth is designed up to 250m with push back on the eastern and western walls of the existed and depl
Jan 1, 2008
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A comparative theoretical studies on surface structures and electronic properties of apatite, dolomite and calcite, X.C. Wang, Q. Zhang, and X.Q. Ao
By Q. Zhang, X. C. Wang, X. Q. Ao
The flotation separation of apatite and calcium-bearing gangue minerals (dolomite and calcite) has always been a problem in phosphate ore mineral processing research. The crystal structure and surface
Jan 1, 2020