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3 articles for “opencast mines”
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Integrating Sensor Technologies and Machine Learning for Detection and Mitigation of Structural Deformity and Slope Failure in Opencast Mines
Abstract: With furtherance in the mining industry, accidents due to slope failure are frequent in mining sites. Slope instability, a complex process, seriously threatens the miner’s life and properties. The damage inflicted by slope failures in the recent past has pulled the attention of authorities toward implementing disaster risk reduction measures. This research aims to develop an innovative approach that combines sensor technologies and machine learning techniques to detect and mitigate …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 38–45 Read article
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Optimization of Maximum Charge Per Delay Using Site-Specific Ground Vibration Prediction Models for Safe Blasting in an Opencast Coal Mine
Abstract: Drilling and blasting are critical operations in opencast coal mining that directly influence rock fragmentation, excavation efficiency, and production performance. However, excessive blast-induced ground vibration and air overpressure can create safety and environmental concerns, particularly in mines located near villages and sensitive structures. The present study was conducted at Chapapur-II Colliery, Mugma Area, Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), with the objective of optimizing blast design through the determination of safe maximum …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Reliability Analysis of a Dragline for Productivity Improvement – A Case Study
Abstract: Productivity of dragline is affected by its availability, reliability, and maintainability. The failure of components of dragline leads to the failure of dragline system. Effective maintenance planning can prevent these unwanted failures in the capital-intensive draglines and can improve its productivity. This paper discusses the possible causes for failure of various components of dragline and possible ways for improvement of performance of dragline so as to reduce its downtime. In …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 62–69 Read article