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Studies of load transfer mechanism for rock-socketed pileBy P. He
Abstract This paper introduces tested results of rock-socketed pile in Nanjing, Wuhan and Chongqing. From a force- transfer model, a distribution of axial force for pile-body and inlaid resistance for
Jan 1, 2003
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Surface parameters for quantifying the hydro-mechanical anisotropy of rock discontinuitiesBy W. Robert, J. Wirth, G. Grasselli
ABSTRACT: Strength, deformability and fluid flow properties of rock joints are to a great extent controlled by the surface roughness. The hydraulic conductivity of a rock fracture depends on the aper
Jan 1, 2003
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Voidfill material strength behaviour and underground applicationBy S. Z. Pethö, H. Yilmaz
South Deep Mine is currently undertaking numerous voidfilling projects using low strength aerated cement products. Representative samples from one such site, were taken and tested for the load deforma
Jan 1, 2003
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Recent Improvements At The BCL SmelterBy A. C. Legg, M. T. Malema
Keywords: Pyrometallurgy, flash, smelting, furnace, nickel, copper, Botswana BCL Limited operates the only Flash Smelting Furnace on the African continent, at Selebi-Phikwe, situated in north-east
Jan 1, 2006
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The gas-dynamic method of calculation of explosion-proof distances during explosions of methane-air mixture in mines with regard to explosion protective structuresBy D. Yu. Paleev, O. Yu. Lukashov, A. Yu. Krainov, E. R. Shrager, I. M. Vasenin
The gas-dynamic method is presented of calculation of explosion-proof distances during an explosion of the methane-air mixture in mine working. On the basis of this method is modelled of shock waves i
Jan 1, 2003
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Rock avalanche run out prediction: combined application of two numerical methodsBy R. Poisel, C. Scavia, Preh A., W. Roth, M. Pirulli
ABSTRACT: Two methodologies for the three-dimensional simulation of the run out of rock avalanches are presented: one based on a granular approach and the other based on a continuum equivalent approac
Jan 1, 2003
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Improving processing by adaption to conditional geostatistical simulation of block compositions"Exploitation of an ore deposit can be optimized by adapting the beneficiation processes to the properties of individual ore blocks. This can involve switching in and out certain treatment steps, or s
Jan 1, 2015
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Applications of seismic hazard assessment methods in minesBy G. van Aswegen
Large structures in mines (faults, dykes, pillars, abutments) fail when the load exceeds the strength. If the loading system stiffness (LSS, also referred to as the ‘local mine stiffness’) is lower th
Jan 1, 2003
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Characterization Of Au Catalysts - SynopsisBy T. van Heerden
A range of supported gold catalysts was prepared by ion exchange, varying many of the preparation variables, including concentration in the precursor solution, washing procedure, as well as drying and
Jan 1, 2012
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The interaction of rock mass properties and the project specific boundary conditions as basis for the design of deep excavation pitsBy R. Katzenbach, M. Vogler, U. Adamietz
Abstract The design of deep excavation pits in rock mass is dependent as well on the mechanical properties of the rock mass as for example the orientation and the type of discontinuities like bed
Jan 1, 2003
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Comment On The Paper: Design Of Merensky Reef Crush PillarBy F. S. A. de Frey
The author would like to refer to his contribution to the paper `Design of pillar systems in South Africa' by Ozbay et al. 1. The authors agreed `wholeheartedly that further research, together w
Jan 1, 2011
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Measurements and analyses of blasting vibrationsBy J. Werfling, J. R. Kiehl
SUMMARY: The effects of blasting on structures are assessed on the basis of the maximum amplitudes of the occuring vibration velocities. If the standard values in the German Standard DIN 4150 are not
Jan 1, 2003
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Kinetics And Thermodynamic Parameters For The Manufacturing Of Anhydrous Zirconium Tetrafluoride With Ammonium Acid Fluoride As Fluorinating Agent ? SynopsisBy C. J. Pretorius
More than 30 percent of the global demand for zircon (ZrSi04) is supplied by South Africa. A significant amount of the zircon is exported, and beneficiated products are then imported for industrial ap
Jan 1, 2012
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Large-scale infrastructure projects. Application of rock mechanics in geotechnical engineering to avoid delays in constrution time and increases of costs—case studiesBy W. Wittke
SUMMARY: Geotechnical problems often lead to an increase of construction time and costs for large highway and railway projects. Some reasons, which have led to failures and thus to a delay of construc
Jan 1, 2003
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) For Professionals In Engineering - 1. IntroductionLike it or not, CPD is upon us. As from 1 January 2006, all registered engineering professionals, i.e. professional engineers, professional engineering technologists, professional certificated enginee
Jan 1, 2006
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As Cast And Heat-Treated Alloys Of The Pt-Al-V System At The Pt-Rich Corner ? SynopsisBy B. O. Odera
The Pt-based alloys have a high potential for replacing some Ni-based superalloys (NBSAs) used in the highest temperature and most aggressive environments, and vanadium would be a beneficial alloying
Jan 1, 2012
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Process design of the Phola coal preparation plant - SynopsisBy G. M. Cresswell
The 2 360 t/h two module Phola coal preparation plant represents anew era of large plant in the Witbank coalfield designed to extend its life to 2020 and beyond. The plant uses the optimum processing
Jan 1, 2010
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A Practical Application Of Geostatistical Methods To Quality And Mineral Reserve Modelling Of Cement Raw Materials ? SynopsisBy T. Y. Yunsel
Estimation techniques such as polygonal, triangular prism, trapezoid, isopach maps, and inverse distance methods are often used in ore or industrial minerals deposit evaluation. These techniques do no
Jan 1, 2012
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Analysis of rock avalanches generated by large planar rock slides by means of numerical methods for discontinuaBy R. Ribacchi, P. Tommasi, C. Consorti, P. Campedel
The runout of dry blocky rock avalanches produced by planar rockslides affecting a limestone formation with clayey interbeds is analysed by means of distinct element modelling. Numerical analyses are
Jan 1, 2003
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Numerical approach to influence of pore pressure magnitude and gradient on fracture propagation in brittle heterogeneous rocksBy T. H. Yang, K. K. Lee, Z. Z. Liang, C. A. Tang, L. C. Li, Y. Tsui, L. G. Tham
Abstract: A series of numerical tests of hydraulic fracturing in heterogeneous rocks were performed to investigate the influence of pore pressure magnitude and gradient on initiation and propagation
Jan 1, 2003