Overview

The SME Underground Mining Handbook distills the body of knowledge from many of the world's most distinguished mining professionals, bringing clarity to this multi-faceted engineering discipline. By presenting the leading edge of the industry's expertise, this landmark publication will inspire and inform both current and future generations of mining professionals. The need to mine deeper for ever-decreasing ore grades in more austere and remote parts of the world under greater scrutiny by both a discerning public and the communities where mining takes place, as well as those who fi nance such operations, is the backdrop for this book. As these—and other conditions—become more demanding, the mining industry must learn to operate more effi ciently and effectively, and with fewer operators and engineers. The SME Underground Mining Handbook describes the major methodologies employed within this global industry, highlights the thrust and direction of change, and examines the white heat of revolutionary developments within numerous sectors. It also explores the myriad research projects and work being undertaken by individuals, academia, companies, equipment manufacturers, and specialist organizations in overcoming the plethora of challenges that face today's underground mining industry.

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Author:   Peter Darling
Publisher:   Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration
Imprint:   Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration
Dimensions:   Width: 22.40cm , Height: 4.80cm , Length: 28.30cm
Weight:   0.943kg
ISBN:  

9780873354844

ISBN 10:   0873354842
Pages:   800
Publication Date:   28 February 2023
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock  
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Table of Contents

Current State of Underground Mining Mining Method Classification and Description Planning an Underground Operation Cost Estimating Shaft Sinking Subsurface Mine Development Underground Openings and Other Infrastructure Accessing the Ore Body Vein Mining Sublevel Caving Block Caving Cut-and-Fill Mining Mine Backfill Room-and-Pillar Seam Mining Longwall Mining Biohydrometallurgy Underground Rock Mechanics and Ground Control Mechanical Rock Breaking Underground Drilling Underground Blasting Movement of Ore and Waste to the Surface Managing Water in Underground Mines Mine Ventilation Subsurface Surveying Underground Electrical Power and Lighting Mechanization, Automation, and Digital Transformation Communication, Monitoring, and Control Mine Maintenance and Repair Emergency Response Mine Safety, Occupational Health, and Worker Well-Being Environmental, Social, and Governance Issues

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