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Q-coda estimation in the Kaapvaal CratonBy D. Grobbelaar, A. Cichowicz, D. J. Birch
The Q-coda method for estimating the quality factor Q(f)= Qo(f)n was used to characterize seismic wave attenuation in a region of the Kaapvaal Craton that includes the mining areas of the Bushveld Com
Jan 1, 2015
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The REP experiment at the Bure underground research laboratory: objectives, programme and designBy A. Thoraval, K. B. Slimane, O. Ozanam
The REP experiment is part of the research programme conducted by Andra to investigate the possibility of reversible radwaste disposal in a Jurassic (Callovo-Oxfordian) argillite formation at the Meus
Jan 1, 2003
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Time-dependent behaviour of Tournemire argillites (France)By A. Rejeb
ABSTRACT: This paper contributes to the study of underground structures in argillaceous media, especially Tournemire argillites (Aveyron, France). The basic results obtained over six years in two expe
Jan 1, 2003
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Integration of CSIR- and CSIRO-type of overcoring rock stress data at the Zedex Test Site, Äspö HRL, SwedenBy F. H. Cornet, D. Ask, O. Stephansson
We have conducted a stress analysis of overcoring stress measurements undertaken at the Zedex Test Site (ZTS) in the Äspö HRL, Sweden. Two different types of overcoring cells have been used at the sit
Jan 1, 2003
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Shear-flow coupling properties of a rock joint and its modelling by Geographic Information System (GIS)By Y. Mitani, F. Vallier, T. Esaki
Shear-flow coupling tests are conducted using an original apparatus, and a shear-flow coupling model using Geographic Information System (GIS) is developed in order to evaluate shear-flow coupling pro
Jan 1, 2003
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The importance of incorporating dynamic effects of vertical oscillations in designing underground structuresBy S. Sakurai
We discuss the mechanical characteristics of underground structures that are subjected to vertical oscillations. Under such circumstances - expected when an earthquake rupture occurs very close to hig
Jan 1, 2003
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An effective face support system to minimize rockfalls - SynopsisBy N. D. L. Burger
An effective prototype face support system to minimize rockfalls in rockfall-prone mines was developed and patented during a project sponsored by the Mine Health and Safety Council (MHSC). An experime
Jan 1, 2008
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A review of information on the influence of plan curvature on rock slope stability and its effect on the volume of wedge failuresBy R. Armstrong
The stability of rock slopes is significantly influenced by their curvature in plan view. The importance of this in open pit mining is indicated by the fact that, in a deep pit, steepening of the slop
Jan 1, 2003
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Method statement for Excavation of Powerhouse Cavern Considering Mudstone Layers in Masjed Soleiman DamBy M. Shahabi, M. Kashfi
This paper briefly describes the excavation procedure of a powerhouse, comprising of its incremental excavation, reinforcement measures, and the installed monitoring system. During the first phase of
Jan 1, 2003
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TBM cutting forces with particular reference to cutter and tunnel diametersBy S. Okubo, K. Fukui
Empirical equations established for estimating the rock strength of the working face based on the cutting forces of a tunnel boring machines (TBM) are further examined and discussed with respect to th
Jan 1, 2003
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A study on the partially saturated mechanical behavior of iron ore of Lorraine (France)By D. Grgic, A. Giraud, F. Homand
RESUME : Le comportement mécanique partiellement saturé du minerai de fer a été étudié à partir d’essais de compression simple sur des éprouvettes à pression capillaire imposée par les solutions salin
Jan 1, 2003
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Mining induced stress estimation for pillar extraction at shallow coverBy A. K. Singh, R. Singh, P. K. Mandal
On the basis of in situ study of pillar loading at different sites, an attempt is made in this paper to visualize the development of mining induced stress under varying geo-mining conditions. Field st
Jan 1, 2003
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Structure Model And Properties Of Alkali Borate MeltsBy Z. Zhang, R. G. Reddy
Experimental and thermodynamic modelling studies on the structure of alkali borate melts and properties are discussed. A thermodynamic structure model for alkali borate melts is developed to describe
Jan 1, 2004
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Can Buffer Stores Improve Productivity? ? SynopsisBy R. C. D. Phillis
The management of critical resource inventories is an important productivity lever and a significant risk factor?risk in the sense that poor resource availability lends itself to disempowerment of wor
Jan 1, 2011
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Glow Discharge Optical Emission Spectroscopy: a General Overview with Regard to Nuclear MaterialsBy S. J. Lötter, J. T. Nel, W. Purcell
"SynopsisGlow discharge optical emission spectroscopy (GD-OES) is an analytical technique used in the analysis of solid, conducting materials. Though primarily of interest as a depth profiling techniq
Jan 1, 2015
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Sulphuric Acid ManufactureBy M. J. King, A. Weissenberger, W. G. Davenport
Keywords: Pyrometallurgy, sulphuric acid, sulphur dioxide The raw material for sulphuric acid manufacture is clean SO2 gas. It comes from (i) burning molten by-product sulphur; (ii) roasting or s
Jan 1, 2006
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Application of modified Hoek-Brown transition relationships for assessing strength and post yield behaviour at both ends of the rock competence scale - SynopsisBy T. G. Carter
Support system design for tunnels and underground excavations has for many years relied heavily on the use of rock mass classification systems and the Hoek-Brown failure criterion as a means for chara
Jan 1, 2008
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Reduction Rates of MnO and SiO2 in SiMn Slags between 1500 and 1650°CBy P. P. Kim, M. Tangstad, T. A. Larssen
"The kinetics of MnO and SiO2 reduction in SiMn slags based on Assmang/Comilog ore and HCFeMn (highcarbon ferromanganese) slag were investigated between 1500 and 1650°C under a CO atmosphere. The resu
May 1, 2019
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Geotechnical parameters characteristics for a kind of schist in IranBy A. Fahimifar, H. Soroush
Abstract: Triaxial tests were conducted on the schist specimens with various anisotropic angles under confining pressures of 0, 7 and 15 MPa, and axial stress-axial strains, were measured and plot
Jan 1, 2003