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  • SME
    Integrated Framework for Scenario Sensitivity Analysis - SME Annual Meeting 2026

    By Giorgio De Tomi, Rondinelli Sousa

    Whilst all public mineral reporting codes require classification of mineral resource and reserves according to the level of geological knowledge and confidence of the estimates, companies are not requ

    Feb 22, 2026

  • SME
    Underground Application of Ultra-Wideband Radio for Robust Positioning and Communication

    By S. Schade, G. Möllemann, C. Niestroj

    "Mining environments, whether open-pit or underground, pose difficult conditions for any sensor system. However, the ever-increasing need for automation requires the application and use of sensor syst

    Jan 1, 2017

  • SME
    Mobile Solid-State Lidar for Construction Quality Assurance - RETC2023

    By Adam Saylor, Travis A. Shoemaker, Steve Miller

    Lidar scanning has become an increasingly popular tool for documenting underground excavations; however, high costs of traditional mechanical electrical lidar hardware, software, and training have lim

    Jun 13, 2023

  • SME
    Large Diameter Shaft Drilling; A Versatile Tool For Advanced Mining Applications

    By D. R. Zeni

    Current mine development requires the safe, 'expedient, economical construction of vertical shafts for ventilation and access in diverse ground conditions. Advancements in large diameter shaft dr

    Jan 1, 1994

  • SME
    Evaluation Of Capillary Rise Methods For Determining Wettability Of Powders (5db810bc-2051-4544-80b4-3fdee5f4e379)

    By R. L. Wolfrom, R. Hogg, S. Chander

    A gravimetric method for measuring rates of capillary rise in powders was explored. Methods to improve reproducibility and consistency of the results were investigated. In particular, the effects of

    Jan 1, 2002

  • SME
    Application Of Physical Beneficiation Techniques For Separation Of Radionuclides From Contaminated Soils

    By M. Misra

    It is estimated that the volume of low -level and intermediate level contaminants present in the soil at different DOE sites is of the order of several million cubic feet. The existing remediation sch

    Jan 1, 1995

  • SME
    Adaption of Protective Linings for Sewer Tunnels to Project Needs

    By Gilles Recher, Jörg Riechers, Albert Lueghamer

    "INTRODUCTIONIn view of a global trend towards urbanization, more and more trunk sewers and combined sewer overflow tunnels (CSO) with medium to large diameters and the corresponding link sewers are c

    Jan 1, 2016

  • SME
    Technical Note - Novel design for a thin seam shuttle car featuring an ergonomic operator compartment

    By W. D. Mayercheck, A. G. Mayton, J. R. Bartels

    Abstract-Since 1982, the US Bureau of Mines has inves¬tigated improvements in protection for operators of thin seam shuttle cars. Due to working height restrictions in thin seam mines (<_1.22 m or 48

    Jan 1, 1989

  • SME
    Study Of Means For Eliminating Corrosiveness Of Coal To High Temperature Surfaces Of Steam Generating Units - The Corrosion Problem

    By D. J. Frey

    While costs of most commodities and services have increased markedly over the past 25 years, the cost of electricity has steadily declined. One of the reasons for this price decline is the improved ef

    Jan 1, 1967

  • SME
    Continuous Haulage Systems For Computer-Assisted Continuous Miner PREPRINT NUMBER 90-152

    By S. K. Bhatt

    This paper reviews major developments in continuous haulage technology for underground coal mines. Haulage systems, both in use and development, are investigated through a comprehensive literature sea

    Jan 1, 1990

  • SME
    Development of an Automation Laboratory and Courses for Mining Engineering Education

    By K. N. Mayfield, T. Novak

    "The applications for automation continue to expand within the mining industry. These applications can range from the startup, control, and shutdown of processing plants to the autonomous operation of

    Jan 1, 2017

  • SME
    A Basic Analysis For Excavating And Bulk Handling

    By L. Adler

    A fairly complex analysis is required to select, or evaluate a piece of excavating and bulk handling equipment and obtain its performance. At present there is little agreement as to what specific poin

    Jan 1, 1983

  • SME
    Substitutes for Western Bentonite in Magnetic Taconite Pellets - Introduction

    By James A. Clum

    The shift to lower grade iron ores, e.g., magnetic taconites, resulted in a shift towards agglomeration practices which could effectively deal with the fine particle sizes generated in the liberation

    Jan 1, 1976

  • SME
    The Role of Small Diameter Tunneling for Pipeline Installations - RETC2021

    By P. Schmäh

    Nowadays, small diameter tunnels are increasingly considered in pipeline projects as an alternative for sensitive crossings or when soil conditions limit the use of conventional pipeline installation

    Jun 13, 2021

  • SME
    Evaluations of bit sleeve and twisted-body bit designs for controlling roof bolter dust (0615d32d-188f-4024-a8d4-0507e7bbf9b3)

    By T. W. Beck

    Drilling into coal mine roof strata to install roof bolts has the potential to release substantial quantities of respirable dust. Due to the proximity of drill holes to the breathing zone of roof bolt

    Jan 1, 2014

  • SME
    Historic Rock Tunnel Rehabilitation—Designing for the Unknown - NAT2022

    By Ryan Marsters, Adam Pring, Robin Dornfest

    Raw water supply in the central Rocky Mountains often relies on trans-basin conveyance. Many of these older diversions incorporate high-elevation, miles-long tunnels driven over a century ago in hard

    Dec 1, 2022

  • SME
    Helmet-Cam: tool for assessing miners' respirable dust exposure

    By A. B. Cecala

    Video technology coupled with datalogging exposure monitors have been used to evaluate worker exposure to different types of contaminants. However, previous application of this technology used a stati

    Sep 1, 2013

  • SME
    Sampling And Flotation Testing Of Sudbury Basin Drill Core For Process Mineralogy Modelling

    By D. L. Kowal, P. J. Whittaker, M. A. Tuzun, N. O. Lotter

    The area of flotation testing of drill-core is important in the business plan of most mining companies. Metallurgical information derived from this practice can be used to advantage in strategic decis

    Jan 1, 2003

  • SME
    Estimating Life Cycle Greenhouse Gas Emissions For A Surface Coal Mine

    By O. Ditsele

    Coal plays an important role in the energy needs of the World. Given its wide abundance and low cost, coal use is bound to increase with the growing energy demand. Despite its importance, there are gr

    Jan 1, 2010

  • SME
    Dense Sludge Process For Reduced AMD Sludge Disposal (PREPRINT 98-42)

    By R. L. Zick

    The High Density Sludge Process was originally developed by Bethlehem Steel Corporation for use on acid mine drainage and diluted waste pickle liquor discharges requiring continuous chemical treatment

    Jan 1, 1998