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Article - 13 Oct 2017

Throughout history, coal-mining explosions have accounted for the deaths of thousands of workers as a result of the combustion of either methane gas or coal dust within the mine.

The Development of Underwater Mining

Article - 22 Jun 2017

A submersible developed in 1964 by the U.S. Navy called Alvin was one of the first of its kind with the ability to go to a depth of 14,800 feet for up to 10 hours.

Drilling Deeper: Innovations in Mining Drill Rigs and Techniques

Article - 23 Nov 2023

Over the past few decades, drilling technology has rapidly evolved, with several innovative solutions emerging in recent years to address key challenges in the mining industry. This article will...

Remote Longwall Operations and the Future of Sustainable Mining

Article - 20 Dec 2022

A major mining company, Anglo American, was recently awarded for its innovative use of remote autonomous systems in longwall coal mining.

How Has Mining Changed Over Time?

Article - 28 Apr 2022

This article will look at how mining has changed over time and the technologies that are driving mining progress in a rapidly changing world.

Improving Resource Identification and Extraction with Subsurface Intelligence Solutions

Article - 27 Jan 2022

This article looks at IMDEX's drilling optimization devices and sensors which are developed to deliver real-time rock understanding and quality information.

The Sustainable Underground Mining Project: Eliminating CO2 Emissions with Smart Technology

Article - 5 Jan 2022

A collaborative partnership between multiple companies aims to reduce CO2 emissions by using smart mining technology in a sustainable underground mining project.

Reducing Mining Energy Consumption with Ventilation on Demand: Current and Future Outlooks

Article - 9 Nov 2021

Mining ventilation on demand (VOD) encourages a dynamic and intelligent air supply that reduces the total required airflow, therefore reducing energy requirements and offering a cleaner and safer mine

How Autonomous Systems are Transforming the Mining Industry

Article - 11 Oct 2021

Increasingly, the mining industry has been turning to autonomous systems to address labor and safety issues. AZoMining takes a closer look at the systems being used and their applications.

What Happens When a Mine Closes?

Article - 1 Aug 2018

All mining operations are temporary, regardless of their size and complexity. Eventually, when all the accessible and valuable materials have been extracted the mine must be closed and the site it is...