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Matching numerical methods to rock engineering problems: a summary of the key issuesBy J. P. Harrison, J. A. Hudson
ABSTRACT: Given the current widespread use of numerical models for rock mechanics and rock engineering, and the ‘Technology Road Map’ theme of the Congress, it is timely to consider the key issues in
Jan 1, 2003
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Optimization of shuttle car utilization atan underground coal mineBy P. R. Segopolo
"The purpose of the project is to convert current shuttle car utilization on an underground coal mine to best practice by focusing on change-out points and tramming routes, which have a major influenc
Jan 1, 2015
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Correlation Between P-Wave Velocity And Some Mechanical Properties For Sedimentary Rocks ? SynopsisBy R. Altindag
Engineers and researchers need to estimate the mechanical properties of rocks from P-wave velocity. In previous studies, the researchers have investigated either the limited values or all the data bel
Jan 1, 2012
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Measurement of induced stress under high rock stress by compact conical-ended borehole overcoring techniqueBy K. Sugawara, H. -S. Jeong, Y. Ishiguro, J. Otani, Y. Obara, A. Hirata
A series of measurements of induced stress by the Compact Conical-ended Borehole Overcoring (CCBO) technique was performed within rock mass around a tunnel excavated in a region that an underground po
Jan 1, 2003
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Failure probability analysis of high rock slopes based on bionic algorithmAbstract : The computation of reliability index or failure probability of slopes can be transformed into an optimisation problem. In high rock slope engineering, it is usually a multimodal optimizatio
Jan 1, 2003
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Lötschberg base tunnel: brittle failure phenomena encountered during excavation of the Steg lateral aditBy V. Labiouse, P. K. Kaiser, F. Descoeudres, F. Rojat
In this paper some failure phenomena observed in the crossing of brittle rock formations at the Lötschberg base tunnel are presented. A brittle failure criteria, recently developed by Canadian researc
Jan 1, 2003
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A Symphony Of Collaboration Between Mining And EngineeringBy M. Andrews, B. J. Göhre, G. Strong, C. Terblanche
Mechanized mining can be experienced as a symphony by substituting the instruments for the different machines that each perform their own function and thus have different sounds. The drill-rig is the
Jan 1, 2006
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Use of magnetic anistropy sensor for measurement of stresses on steel support and its potentialBy H. Sekimoto, T. Matsuoka, K. Yasuhara, M. Ota, S. Akutagawa
A magnetic anisotropy sensor is used for nondestructive measurement of stress on surfaces of a ferromagnetic material, such as steel. The sensor is built on the principle of the magneto-strictive effe
Jan 1, 2003
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Hybrid finite-/discrete-element modelling of progressive failure in massive rock slopesBy H. Willenberg, J. S. Coggan
ABSTRACT: Although individually both continuum and discontinuum numerical analyses provide useful means to analyze rock slope stability problems, complex failures typically involve mechanisms related
Jan 1, 2003
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Formation and stabilization of rock cavern roof archesBy M. Lu, E. Broch
Abstract: The formation and mechanism of rock cavern roof arches are studied and effects of rockbolts reinforcement are evaluated. It is concluded that a self-supported roof arch may be formed by the
Jan 1, 2003
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Book news1. New books P. Sarnoff. Trading in gold. Cambridge, Woodhead- Faulkner, 1980. 136 pp. £3.50 by airmail. Environmental Planning Professions Interdisciplinary Committee (EPPIC). Proceedings: Joint EPPI
Jan 1, 1980
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Scale effect on the geometrical and mechanical properties of rock jointsBy N. Fardin, O. Stephansson, L. Jing
A pair of silicon rubber replicas of size 250 mm by 250 mm, from a natural rock joint, was used to produce several high strength concrete fracture replicas of different sizes, from 50 mm by 50 mm to 2
Jan 1, 2003
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Optimization of geological lead-time in a feasibility study drill out—Two Rivers Platinum, Mpumalanga, South AfricaBy Hornsey R., P. van der Merwe
The Two Rivers Project is a feasibility study to evaluate the UG2 chromitite layer on Dwarsrivier372KT, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa. The project, which commenced in August 2001, is expected to r
Jan 1, 2003
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Destruction Of Underground Methane At Beatrix Gold Mine - SynopsisBeatrix Gold Mine, a deep-level gold mine in the Free State province of South Africa, has the highest methane emission rate of any gold mine in the country. Methane is emitted from underground sources
Jan 1, 2011
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Estimating the in-situ mass strength and time to failure of coal pillars in bord-and-pillar workingsBy J. A. Taylor, R. J. Fowell
Abstract: The amount of published literature pertaining to the field of rock mechanics has increased markedly in recent years. Whilst computer applications aid our understanding of the mechanisms of
Jan 1, 2003
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Evaluation Of Elastic Deformation Energy In Stone Cutting Of Portuguese Marbles With A Diamond Saw ? Synopsis (1ffa6408-4007-4d02-91f4-3113bfc2ffa0)By P. Falcão Neves
A detailed analysis of the geomechanical behaviour in rock cutting with a diamond saw is provided to obtain a better understanding of the mechanisms involved in the process. The energy of elastic defo
Jan 1, 2012
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Evaluation Of Elastic Deformation Energy In Stone Cutting Of Portuguese Marbles With A Diamond Saw ? SynopsisBy P. Falcão Neves
A detailed analysis of the geomechanical behaviour in rock cutting with a diamond saw is provided to obtain a better understanding of the mechanisms involved in the process. The energy of elastic def
Jan 1, 2012
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Focus On Platinum - The 8th International Platinum Symposium - Platinum Markets And ApplicationsBy D. T. G. Emmett
[ ] South Africa, by a wide margin, is blessed with the largest known world reserves of platinum. The optimal use of these resources for the benefit of all South Africa?s peoples is a goal shared by
Jan 1, 1998
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A comparison of Jointed Rock Mass Strength Envelopes Using Hoek-Brown GSI and Direct Shear ResultsBy C. Haberfield, J. Szymakowski
Recent studies by the authors into the behaviour of jointed rock masses using direct shear testing have confirmed that joint spacing has a significant effect on rock mass strength. The rock mass failu
Jan 1, 2003
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Application of borehole seismic and AE monitoring technique in the rock cavernBy M. Tanaka, K. Aoki, T. Mori, H. Morioka, K. Iwano, T. Kanagawa
To estimate the detailed characteristics of the rock around the cavern during excavation, new monitoring technique for dynamic properties of the rock has been applied. In this paper, micro-seismic mon
Jan 1, 2003