M. Mohtasham, Hossein Mirzaei-Nasirabad, H. Askari-Nasab, B. Alizadeh
{"title":"Truck fleet size selection in open-pit mines based on the match factor using a MINLP model","authors":"M. Mohtasham, Hossein Mirzaei-Nasirabad, H. Askari-Nasab, B. Alizadeh","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1919374","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1919374","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The present study aims to propose new strategies based on mixed-integer non-linear programming (MINLP) models for the equipment sizing (ES) problem to verify the overall efficiency of the fleet. The developed models estimate the optimal size of trucks concerning the match factor value with two different strategies. The first strategy deals with each loader type, and the second one is applied simultaneously with all types of loaders. The proposed approaches are compared to a simulation strategy to assess the models. Implementing models with a copper mine case study provides a more efficient haul fleet size than the decisions offered by the simulation method. Moreover, the presented strategies provide an effective way to improve equipment performance where the current mine strategy does not adapt well. A key contribution of this research is the development, implementation, and verification of new optimization and simulation methods to address the ES problem in open-pit mines.","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"195 1","pages":"159 - 175"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"90191245","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Mohtasham, Hossein Mirzaei-Nasirabad, B. Alizadeh
{"title":"Optimization of truck-shovel allocation in open-pit mines under uncertainty: a chance-constrained goal programming approach","authors":"M. Mohtasham, Hossein Mirzaei-Nasirabad, B. Alizadeh","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1916170","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1916170","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The truck allocation problem is an important section of the transportation system in open-pit mines. Most available models for the truck scheduling problem do not directly address the stochastic nature of truck-shovel systems by using multi-objective optimization techniques. This paper presents a chance-constrained goal programming (CCGP) model based on four important goals to estimate the impacts of the uncertainty on the efficiency of truck-shovel systems. The proposed model has been implemented using 11 schedule scenarios and different confidence levels (CLs) for loader’s production to determine the best allocation of trucks in an open-pit copper mine. The results display that the model can handle the quality and quantity of material required to achieve the objectives of the short-term production schedule of the mine in all CLs, even in the highest risk level. This model has a remarkable ability to meet the required objectives in terms of uncertainty in mining operations.","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"9 1","pages":"81 - 100"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-04-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75299317","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Catalogue of example instrumentation and monitoring systems for tailings dams in Australia","authors":"Luke Clarkson, David J. Williams","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1901026","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1901026","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT New literature, mining regulators, insurance firms, and mining practitioners are calling for increased diligence in the form of real-time monitoring: but what can the industry offer in response? This research establishes a centralisation of instrumentation systems suitable for tailings dams, discussing the specifications, advantages, and disadvantages of each. This paper describes an understanding of dataloggers and sensor nodes, sensor networks, and online monitoring systems critical to the transmission and reception of sensor data across vast and remote site areas. Collaboration with suppliers discovered systems which enable reliable, efficient, and real-time transmission of instrumentation data, ready for interpretation. This paper aims to translate traditionally electrical and systems engineering terminology into a reference base suitable for the broad range of tailings dam practitioners. This reference base is anticipated to help facilitate informed discussions and encourage deployment of appropriate instrumentation systems that are suitable to the practitioner’s short- and long-term intent.","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"354 1","pages":"119 - 129"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/25726668.2021.1901026","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"72527330","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Trong Vu, T. Bao, C. Drebenstedt, H. Pham, Hoai-Quoc-Trung Nguyen, Duc Nguyen
{"title":"Optimisation of long-term quarry production scheduling under geological uncertainty to supply raw materials to a cement plant","authors":"Trong Vu, T. Bao, C. Drebenstedt, H. Pham, Hoai-Quoc-Trung Nguyen, Duc Nguyen","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1894398","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1894398","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The success of a cement production project depends on the supply of raw materials. Long-term quarry production scheduling (LTQPS) based on resource models is essential to maintain a consistent supply to cement plants. Geological uncertainty is inherent due to sparse exploration data in resource models and significant risk factors for not achieving production targets. This research proposes a stochastic framework for LTQPS that considers the impact of geological uncertainty on raw material supply. A clustering algorithm uses multiple simulated deposit models to aggregate blocks into mining cuts. A new stochastic mixed-integer programming model is formulated with two objectives: to minimise the cost for developing the raw mix and the risk of not meeting production targets. The proposed framework is implemented successfully in a limestone deposit in Southern Vietnam, resulting in an increase of 5 million tons (Mt) and a 30% reduction in unit cost over the deterministic mixed-integer programming model.","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"113 1","pages":"146 - 158"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"77603963","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Study on the preparation and application of phenolic resin-based filling composite materials in coal mines","authors":"Yunfeng Zhang, Jinhua Wu, Xinyu Zhang, Jipeng Zhu","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1891807","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1891807","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT An in situ modification method is used to synthesize a new type of phenolic resin-based composite material used to fill goafs and seal air leaks in roadways. This was followed by scanning electron microscopy, oxygen index, and compression tests. The results show that when the aluminium hydroxide, Sd-31 silicone oil and methylene chloride are added to the phenolic resin in a mass fraction ratio of 8%:5%:3%, the overall performance of the composite material is the best. Compared with unmodified phenolic resin, the oxygen index and compressive strength of thecomposite material are increased by 40.16% and 3.5 times, respectively. The maximum reaction temperature of foaming and curing is also reduced from 120.3 to 87.2°C. To verify the performance of the new material, field tests were carried out at Matigou coal mine in Gansu, China. The average air leakage rate of the working face was reduced from 12.8 to 2.1 %.","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"42 1","pages":"109 - 118"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-02-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"77805331","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. Islam, David J. Williams, Chenming Zhang, M. Llano-Serna
{"title":"Geotechnical characterisation of coal tailings down the beach and constant rate of loading consolidation in a slurry consolidometer","authors":"S. Islam, David J. Williams, Chenming Zhang, M. Llano-Serna","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1880351","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1880351","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The conventional disposal of slurried tailings in a tailings storage facility (TSF) leads to the formation of a beach, on which the tailings sort hydraulically, settle, consolidate, and desiccate upon exposure. Basic geotechnical testing, such as specific gravity, Atterberg limits, and particle size distribution, found that there was no particular trend of changes in the tailings properties down the beach. The settled sediment found in a settling test was slurry-like and unsuitable for conventional oedometer testing. Constant rate of loading (CRL) consolidation testing is more representative of the continuous disposal of tailings slurry than conventional step loading. Consolidation testing in a slurry consolidometer was conducted and captured from a slurry-like to soil-like state. A slow rate of loading increased the test time, while a too quick rate of loading built up very high excess PWP. The test results showed different stages of consolidation, depending on excess PWP development and dissipation, and applied stress.","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"68 1","pages":"67 - 80"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85942593","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Modification of orientation-dependency limitation for BQD index measured from exploratory drill cores in stone quarries (a case study)","authors":"Arman Hazrathosseini, Adel Taheri","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1880352","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1880352","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Various indices, notably rock quality designation (RQD), weighted joint density (WJD), and block quality designation (BQD) have been introduced by researchers to survey joints in boreholes, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. The idea of combining WJD and BQD to use positive features of both formed the main goal of the current study, leading to the definition of an improved BQD . After joint surveys of cores drilled in Kulikosh Marble Quarry, Iran, linear regressions validated by statistical tests showed that BQD is less dependent on the drilling direction than the RQD. An empirical equation was also obtained as , with the help of which one can estimate the value of by measuring the original BQD . Taking into account the joint orientations, is logically closer to reality whereby mining engineers can assess block productivity of stone quarries more accurately.","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"125 1","pages":"101 - 108"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75497399","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Catalogue of real-time instrumentation and monitoring techniques for tailings dams","authors":"Luke Clarkson, David J. Williams","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1874094","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1874094","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT With ongoing catastrophic mine tailings dam failures, the hindsight revelation of poor safety records, and an increasing prevalence of public scrutiny and attention of mining operations, there is an immediate call for enhanced safety of tailings dams. Today, challenges arise in identifying and utilising the ability of monitoring systems to understand the complex performance and behaviours of these dams, reflecting on the system’s ability to predict deterioration before failure occurs. New literature, mining regulators, insurance firms, and mining practitioners are calling for increased diligence in the form of real-time monitoring: but what can the industry offer in response? This research establishes a centralisation of real-time monitoring instruments suitable for tailings dams, discussing the specifications, advantages, and disadvantages of each. An understanding of traditional instrumentation, online monitoring systems, and the value of centralised monitoring was detailed. Collaboration with suppliers discovered innovative systems which enable monitoring of different failure modes and mechanisms.","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"51 1","pages":"52 - 59"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85410623","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An efficient algorithm for the precedence constraint knapsack problem with reference to large-scale open-pit mining pushback design","authors":"Nayan Maiti, P. Pathak, B. Samanta","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2020.1866369","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2020.1866369","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT In this paper, a new Specific Breakpoint Algorithm (SBA), which can efficiently search appropriate breakpoints of parametric maximum-flow-related problems, is presented. The algorithm is used to solve Lagrangian Relaxed Precedence Constrained Knapsack Problem (LRPCKP) and Linear Programming Relaxed Precedence Constrained Knapsack Problem (LPRPCKP) in mine pushback design. The relaxed solutions are then processed through Rounded Topo-Sort (RoTS) heuristic to produce feasible solutions. The study results on seven bench mark datasets on Minelib for two approaches, referred here as LRPCKP-SBA and LPRPCKP-SBA, indicate that LRPCKP-SBA in spite of being faster, produces inferior quality solutions than well known BZ and CPLEX solutions. However, LPRPCKP-SBA produces a comparable quality of solutions as BZ in a computationally more efficient manner. Furthermore, the RoTS heuristics operated on relaxed solutions produce a better quality of feasible solutions than an existing technique, Expected Topo-Sort heuristic (ExTS).","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"130 1","pages":"8 - 21"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"82434216","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Impact of bulk density estimation in mine planning","authors":"Celso Reis, C. Arroyo, A. Curi, Marcelo Zangrandi","doi":"10.1080/25726668.2021.1876481","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/25726668.2021.1876481","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT The incorporation of bulk density uncertainty for Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserves (MRMR) steps is of great importance for successful mine planning process. In practice, most mining projects use an average density value for each lithological type of the deposit. However, density determinations require special attention as they directly affect the conversion of volumes to tonnages and ore grades to metal contents. The objective of this study is to measure and minimize the risks associated with the MRMR stages, including the density variability in mine planning. Traditional interpolation techniques in geostatistics were used to represent density spatial distribution in a block model, similarly to those used for grade estimation. This approach was developed and applied at a Brazilian iron ore mine. The results indicate MRMR are underestimated if density uncertainty is not considered. Mine design changes were observed, including 5% impact on the Life-of-mine (LOM) and 2% in Net Present Value (NPV).","PeriodicalId":44166,"journal":{"name":"Mining Technology-Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy","volume":"20 1","pages":"60 - 65"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2021-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"84798012","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}