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Numerical modelling for the design of shortwall powered support units on the 2 seam at Matla Coal
By J. W. Latilla, J. J. van Wijk
In late 1997 a request was received to assist with determining the powered support unit (shield) load capacities for the planned 2 seam short wall. This project had a number of aspects which made it a
Jan 1, 2003
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Preliminary assessment of rockfall hazard based on GIS data
By V. Labiouse, M. Jaboyedoff
GIS documents are of great interest for a quick and low-cost determination of areas endangered by rockfalls. They allow (i) the detection of potential instabilities from steep slopes and cliff areas,
Jan 1, 2003
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Numerical modeling of Hydro-Mechanical fracture behavior
By A. Pellegrino, F. Collin, C. Guiducci, R. Charlier
A numerical approach for modeling coupled Hydro-Mechanical fracture behavior in 2D is presented in this paper. This approach accounts for the strong dependence of the flow characteristics on fracture
Jan 1, 2003
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Early shaft reef removal at Beatrix No. 3 Vertical Shaft
By J. W. Klokow, S. L. Mulder
Early removal of the shaft reef is usually considered necessary on deep level South African gold mines to avoid damaging stress build-up associated with traditional shaft-protection pillars. In the ca
Jan 1, 2003
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Coupled Elasto-Plastic Model for Hydraulic Fracturing of Unconsolidated Formations
By I. Gil, J. -C. Roegiers
Abstract Hydraulic fracturing is a technology that has been utilized for more than 50 years in the oil industry. It was originally used for stimulating hard, brittle formations which typically exh
Jan 1, 2003
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An expert system approach in rock engineering risk assessment
By A. V. Z. Brink
Rock engineering risk is defined in this paper as a function of the potential ground motion; the vulnerability of the workplace; exposure of people; and a general term – quality of information. The pa
Jan 1, 2003
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The determination of stable inter-pillar spans at Tau Lekoa Mine
Ground control problems in the form of large dome or wedge collapses have been experienced at Tau Lekoa Mine since production began. Crush pillars in various configurations have been used and through
Jan 1, 2003
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Viscoplastic behaviour of and damage to rock related to the design of underground waste depository cavities
By A. Bouvard, N. Hoteit, E. Boidy, F. Pellet
In the context of the construction of an Underground Research Laboratory devoted to the feasibility studies of radioactive waste deposits, it appears of the utmost importance to study the long-term be
Jan 1, 2003
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Fluidized Bed Roasting Of Micro-Pelletized Zinc Concentrate: Part I?Pellet Strength And Roasting Kinetics - Synopsis
By S. Heukelman
Zinc or, a zinc refinery in South Africa, uses oxygen enrichment of up to 26% O2 in its fluidizing air to increase concentrate-throughput in its fluidized bed roasters. The aim of the study is to dete
Jan 1, 2011
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Development Of Alternative Techniques For Matte Level Measurements In Sulphide Smelting Furnaces
By B. van Beek, J. Ndlovu, K. T. Hara, J. M. A. Geldenhuis
This paper describes the development of an alternative technique for measuring the matte level height in sulphide smelting furnaces. The initial studies involved applying electrochemical oxygen probes
Jan 1, 2004
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A design protocol for mining remnants in hard rock mining operations utilising a rock mass classification system
A well known rock mass classification system has been altered slightly to address the issues found under remnant mining conditions. By detail study of the expected fracture patterns and local geology,
Jan 1, 2003
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Hydraulic Hoisting Technology For Platinum Mines
By G. van den Berg
Anglo Platinum has initiated a project to investigate hydraulic hoisting technology for platinum mines. Hydraulic hoisting systems are categorized as pumping, fluidizing feeder or displacement feede
Jan 1, 2004
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Case Studies Of Simultaneous Mining And Mineral Processing Optimization Applied To Platinum And Nickel Operations ? Synopsis
By S. Burks
This paper develops the themes explored by the authors at the Fourth International Platinum Conference,. Optimization techniques can be used to significantly increase the value of mining businesses by
Jan 1, 2013
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Redox catalysts for Becher aeration
By S. Fletcher, C. Calle, K. Constanti-Carey, R. Ruzbacky, M. D. Horne
Laboratory test-work has established that two classes of redox catalysts based on anthraquinone and bipyridinium derivatives are effective in accelerating the rate of removal of metallic iron from red
Jan 1, 2003
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In search of a new development strategy for the beneficiation and export of South Africa's minerals (Presidential Address)
By H. E. James
Much has been said and written about the need to reduce South Africa's dependence on gold. To compensate for the decline in the country's foreign-exchange earnings resulting from the phasing
Jan 1, 1985
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Integration of CSIR- and CSIRO-type of overcoring rock stress data at the Zedex Test Site, Äspö HRL, Sweden
By 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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Influence of pore water on the design of deep galleries in low permeable rocks
By V. Labiouse, R. Gärber
The paper aims at clarifying the up-to-now misappreciated role taken by pore water on the design of deep tunnels in saturated porous media. Numerical simulations with a non-dimensional FEM-model empha
Jan 1, 2003
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Pillar Failure in Deep Coal Seams: Numerical Simulation
By S. Badr, R. Mendoza, M. U. Ozbay, M. D. G. Salamon
ABSTRACT: The use of coal pillars at depth is fraught with problems due roof control difficulties and the possible occurrence of coal or pillar bumps. In the USA the largest and most important applic
Jan 1, 2003
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Shortwall facebreak beneath a dolerite sill—learning points from a recent event at Matla Coal mine
By J. W. Latilla, J. J. van Wijk
A running facebreak ahead of the powered support units occurred on the number 4 seam at Matla Coal’s number 3 shaft (Matla 3) in April and May 2002.Very difficult mining conditions were experienced fo
Jan 1, 2003
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Coal pillar loading systems
By J. N. Van der Merwe, D. P. Roberts
The two components of pillar design formula being used in South Africa are pillar strength and pillar load. While considerable effort has been directed to the determination of pillar strength, the oth
Jan 1, 2003