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Application of Data Mining Techniques for Fault Diagnosis and Prognosis of High Pressure Fuel Pump Failures in Mining Haul Trucks
DownloadFall 2021
Mining companies are investing in fewer but larger equipment, and downtime associated with larger equipment now represents a higher percentage of operational capacity loss. Thus, it is essential to frequently and accurately monitor the health of this equipment to avoid unscheduled breakdowns and...
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Exploring Machine Learning Techniques for Predicting Open Stope Stability in Underground Mining: Evaluating Accuracy and Applicability
DownloadFall 2024
Underground mining operations are inherently dangerous due to a variety of factors present in a mining environment. Firstly, the confined spaces and limited ventilation, the use of heavy machinery, explosives, and drilling equipment poses significant risks to the safety of workers. Moreover,...
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Finite Element Analysis Model for Determination of In-situ and Mining Induced Stresses as a Function of Two Different Mining Methods Used at Diavik Diamond Mine
DownloadFall 2016
One of the essential components of the underground excavation design process, which directly influences the performance and stability of underground constructions, is knowledge of the in-situ and mining-induced stress. Knowing the magnitudes and directions of these stresses can help determine...
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Investigation and Application of Voussoir Beam Theory for the Stability Evaluation of Underground Excavations
DownloadFall 2016
Voussoir beam theory, also named as arching action, has been widely accepted and applied in design and construction of both surface and underground structures. This investigation focused on its underground applications with moderately jointed rock, such as underground mining and tunneling. There...