This article looks at Wang, B. & Huang, L.'s study published in Frontiers in Earth Science, which looks at a polarization migration velocity model building method for geological prediction ahead of tunnel faces.
By Laura Thomson
11 Mar 2022
This article looks at the development of a mathematical model for modeling rock time-dependent behavior described in Zohravi, S.E. et al.'s study published in the Journal of Civil Engineering and Management.
By Laura Thomson
11 Mar 2022
Particle flow analysis can be utilized to study the characteristics of flow passage components, providing relevant information for optimal pump operations. This article will discuss the application of particle flow analysis for this vital mining purpose.
By Reginald Davey
9 Mar 2022
A drop in price has been seen in solar technologies as more are developed and invested in. In turn, this means further investment in solar power projects for mining use, particularly in the Atacama Desert, makes economic sense for private investors.
By Georgie Lyng
28 Feb 2022
Scientists have discovered a sustainable way to recover toxic metals and cyanide from wastewater associated with mining, using biochar made from waste sawdust. Biochar is a waste product of the timber industry, which would otherwise end up in landfills, and has been shown to be highly effective.
By Georgie Lyng
28 Feb 2022
The process of copper extraction has been lengthy and complex. Can innovations simplify it as demand rises amid the green revolution?
By Clarissa Wright
24 Feb 2022
Penn State University chemical engineers have been awarded a $1.7m grant to develop a sustainable process for recovering rare earth elements from phosphogypsum, a by-product of fertilizer.
By Georgie Lyng
23 Feb 2022
Quality planning leads to economic and practical stope extraction. While this is a misunderstood and diminishing practice, it is essential if a mining operation is to be viable. This article will look at the importance of stope design in mine planning and will explore current and future stope design methods for underground mining.
By Reginald Davey
17 Feb 2022
Mineral acid is the liquid discharge that commonly flows from metal and coal mines, including abandoned mines, coal processing sites, tailings or ponds, and rock dumps. Scientists working with stakeholders have been inventing ways to extract mineral acid in efforts to reduce the environmental impact.
By Georgie Lyng
16 Feb 2022
As finite mineral resources dwindle and the need for ore waste recycling increases, new methods are being developed to increase the mineral yield of this process.
By Aarran Orsi
15 Feb 2022