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  • SAIMM
    An engineering classification for rocks and rock masses

    By T. Ramamurthy

    ABSTRACT : Rock mass classifications RMR, Q and GSI do not suggest decreasing modulus ratio with the decrease in the quality of rock. These have been linked to joint factor, Jf , for better predictio

    Jan 1, 2003

  • SAIMM
    Numerical modelling of tunnel liner and fracture interaction - Synopsis

    By D. F. Malan

    Considerable practical knowledge and effective use of empirical evidence is required in the design of tunnel support systems. In many instances, it is unclear how individual support elements interact

    Jan 1, 2008

  • SAIMM
    Message for Christmas and the New Year

    The Institute has set important objectives for 1988 to make the Institute still more purposeful. Precious metals The Second International Symposium on Mining, Extraction, and Processing of Precious M

    Jan 1, 1987

  • SAIMM
    Sustainability Of Innovative Management Practices Of Geotechnical Risk At Damang Pit Cut Back (Dpcb) ? A Case Study At Gold Fields Ghana, Damang Mine

    By E. Dadzie

    This paper will review some methods used to manage geotechnical risk at Damang Pit Cutback. The pit depth is designed up to 250m with push back on the eastern and western walls of the existed and depl

    Jan 1, 2008

  • SAIMM
    The Lamella High Shear Rate REFLUX? Classifier

    By T. Orupold

    This paper covers the commercial development of gravity separation of fine particles using a Lamella High Shear Rate REFLUX? Classifier (REFLUX? Classifier), focusing primarily on coal applications. T

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SAIMM
    Pooncarie Project—The technical challenges

    By S. C. Everett, I. S. Schache, P. A. Bannister, G. F. Balderson

    The Pooncarie Project is located in the Murray Basin region of Australia. This region is a potential new mineral sands province. Due to the geological environment and the lithology of the deposit, the

    Jan 1, 2003

  • SAIMM
    Deformation analysis for the middle pier of the Permanent Ship Lock of Three Gorges Project

    By H. Zhu, F. Xu, T. Wang

    Abstract : The deformation monitoring data of the middle pier of the in permanent ship lock in Three Gorges revealed several interesting deformation phenomena. Conclusions and explanations are made co

    Jan 1, 2003

  • SAIMM
    Statistics or geostatistics? Sampling error or nugget effect?

    What is a nugget effect? In the early development of geostatistics, the term ?nugget effect? was coined for the apparent discontinuity at the beginning of many semi-variogram graphs. This name was ch

    Jan 1, 2009

  • SAIMM
    Numbering of the Journal

    Numbering of the Journal Because computer and library authorities prefer journal subscriptions to be based on the calendar year, and because the present numbering system of the Journal of the South Af

    Jan 1, 1979

  • SAIMM
    Short-term gain for long-term pain how focusing on tactical issues can destroy long-term value - Synopsis

    By B.E. Hall

    Maximizing shareholder value has become a common aim for mining companies. This paper discusses the results of a number of studies developing strategic mine plans, covering a wide range of commodities

    Jan 1, 2009

  • SAIMM
    Deformability analysis of infinite jointed rock mass by the RCOD

    By K. Sugawara, Y. Hirakawa, A. Sato

    The rock mass properties such as deformability and permeability are highly dependent on the existence of cracks. The Ratio of Crack Opening Dependency (RCOD) was proposed as a new index to evaluate th

    Jan 1, 2003

  • SAIMM
    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

  • SAIMM
    Electrochemical Properties Of Pyrite, Pyrrhotite, And Steel: Effects On Grinding And Flotation Processes - Synopsis

    By H. Moslemi

    Metal sulphides are usually semiconductor and their electrical conductivity is low; therefore they are sources of electrons and promote electrochemical reactions. This phenomenon is of significant imp

    Jan 1, 2012

  • SAIMM
    Towards electrode immersion control on Lonmin?s no. 1 circular furnace - Synopsis

    By G. A. Georgalli

    A control philosophy to be applied by Lonmin to maintain constant electrode immersion in their no. 1 circular smelting furnace is put forward. This control philosophy is facilitated though a combinati

    Jan 1, 2008

  • SAIMM
    Grinding media quality assurance for the comminution of gold ores

    The current global economic climate has adversely affected the resources industry in general. For the gold mining industry, even though the gold price has been stable as compared to other resources, t

    Jan 1, 2009

  • SAIMM
    The computational analysis of shallow depth tabular mining problems - Synopsis

    By J. A. L. Napier

    The evaluation of stress distributions and deformations in the vicinity of tabular mine layouts has been carried out routinely for many years using the displacement discontinuity boundary element meth

    Jan 1, 2007

  • SAIMM
    A quantitative assessment model for the environmental load of gold production by artificial neural network

    By Z. Jin, Q. Yun, C. Lu

    This paper presents a quantitative assessment model for the assessment of environmental load in gold production, which is based on environmental ecology, Life-Cycle Assessment and technical conditions

    Jan 1, 2003

  • SAIMM
    The effect of thermal drying on the mechanical strength of South African coals - Synopsis

    By M. Le Roux

    The dewatering of coal, and particularly fine coal, continues to challenge coal prepatration engineers to find a cost-effective solution. With known world oil reserves being depleted daily, it is envi

    Jan 1, 2008

  • SAIMM
    Skorpion Zinc: optimization and innovation - Synopsis

    The Skorpion process comprises three processing steps-atmospheric leaching in sulfuric acid, zinc solvent extraction and electrowinning to produce special high grade zinc. The major mode of impurity t

    Jan 1, 2007

  • SAIMM
    Dam foundation design considering scattering of its deformability

    By M. Nakamura, T. Akamatsu

    Embankment dams are often constructed on soft rock foundations in Japan, so it is important to precisely predict deformation of the foundations due to fill placement at the design stage. In order to a

    Jan 1, 2003