The optical microscope is a fundamental analytical tool used by geologists to identify minerals in a rock sample.
Scanning electron microscopy is a powerful tool for characterizing metal ores, providing vital information on elemental contents and better resolution.
Air pollution is a major problem in mining operations and has a large affect on air quality as well as human and environmental health. This article discusses the important of characterizing mine dust through electron microscopy in order to monitor these problems.
By Sara Ryding
19 Jul 2019
Standard photovoltaic cells require extremely pure polysilicon, which is made from quartz - a mineral comprised of silicon and oxygen (SiO2).
By Brett Smith
18 Jul 2019
Like coal and oil, natural gas is a fossil fuel created by the pressurized, high-temperature decomposition of organic material over millions of years.
By Brett Smith
18 Jul 2019
Automation is becoming increasingly standard in mining operations around the planet, as operations embrace autonomous trucks, loaders, drills and other equipment.
By Brett Smith
10 Jul 2019
More often than not, mining sites are formed around their natural foundations. In order to optimize each pit’s efficiency, the mining space tends to merge the land’s natural characteristics and man-made features.
By Sydney Luntz
10 Jul 2019
Sensors are a component of almost every industry as they offer a way of monitoring various processes, the working conditions, whether there is a risk of occupational hazards, or whether any equipment is likely to fail.
By Liam Critchley
10 Jul 2019
There are numerous types of asteroid classified based on spectral analyses of their surfaces.
By Sul Mulroy
10 Jul 2019
The United States of America have pioneered the Shale Gas Revolution increasing production from 23 billion cubic meters (bcm) to 385 bcm by 2015.
By Sul Mulroy
10 Jul 2019