An introductory text and reference on mining engineering highlighting the latest in mining technology
Introductory Mining Engineering outlines the role of the mining engineer throughout the life of a mine, including prospecting for the deposit, determining the site's value, developing the mine, extracting the mineral values, and reclaiming the land afterward. This Second Edition is written with a focus on sustainability-managing land to meet the economic and environmental needs of the present while enhancing its ability to also meet the needs of future generations. Coverage includes aboveground and underground methods of mining for a wide range of substances, including metals, nonmetals, and fuels.
Completely up to date, this book presents the latest information on such technologies as remote sensing, GPS, geophysical surveying, and mineral deposit evaluation, as well as continuous integrated mining operations and autonomous trucks. Also included is new information on landscape restoration, regional planning, wetlands protection, subsidence mitigation, and much more.
New chapters include coverage of:
* Environmental responsibilities
* Regulations
* Health and safety issues
Generously supplemented with more than 200 photographs, drawings, and tables, Introductory Mining Engineering, Second Edition is an indispensable book for mining engineering students and a comprehensive reference for professionals.
Table of Contents
Preface.
1 Introduction to Mining.
1.1 Minings Contribution to Civilization.
1.2 Mining Terminology.
1.3 Advancements in Mining Technology.
1.4 Stages in the Life of a Mine.
1.5 Unit Operations of Mining.
1.6 Economics of the Mineral Industries.
1.7 Computer Applications and Usage.
1.8 Special Topic: Economic Analysis of a Mineral Commodity.
2 Mining and Its Consequences.
2.1 Introduction.
2.2 Government Regulations Applied to Mining.
2.3 Health and Safety Issues.
2.4 Environmental Responsibilities.
2.5 Socioengineering.
2.6 Summary of Consequences.
3 Stages of Mining: Prospecting and Exploration.
3.1 Precursors to Mining.
3.2 Prospecting: General.
3.3 Prospecting: Geologic.
3.4 Prospecting: Geophysical.
3.5 Geochemical and Related Prospecting Methods.
3.6 Exploration: General.
3.7 Exploration: Methods.
3.8 Exploration: Reserve Estimates.
3.9 Feasibility Analysis.
3.10 Case Study: Diamonds in the Northwest Territories, Canada.
3.11 Special Topic: Calculation of an Ore Reserve Estimate.
4 Stages of Mining: Development and Exploitation.
4.1 Introduction.
4.2 Development: General Logic.
4.3 Development: Land Acquisition.
4.4 Development: Environmental Protection.
4.5 Development: Financing and Implementation.
4.6 Development: Taxation and Costs.
4.7 Exploitation: General Strategy.
4.8 Exploitation: Mining Method.
4.9 Exploitation: Management and Cost.
4.10 Special Topic: Mining Methods Notebook.
5 Unit Operations of Mining.
5.1 Fundamental Unit Operations and Cycles.
5.2 Drilling and Other Rock Penetration Methods.
5.3 Blasting and Rock Fragmentation.
5.4 Loading and Excavation.
5.5 Haulage and Hoisting.
5.6 Auxiliary Operations.
5.7 Cycles and Systems.
5.8 Special Topic: Chemical Design of Explosives.
6 Surface Mine Development.
6.1 The Nature of Surface Mining.
6.2 Pit Planning and Design.
6.3 Equipment and System Selection.
6.4 Stripping Ratios and Pit Limits.
6.5 Special Topic: Calculation of Stripping Ratios and Pit Limits.
7 Surface Mining: Mechanical Extraction Methods.
7.1 Classification of Methods.
7.2 Open Pit Mining.
7.3 Quarrying.
7.4 Open Cast (Strip) Mining.
7.5 Auger Mining.
7.6 Special Topic A: Surface Mine Blasting.
7.7 Special Topic B: Slope Stability.
8 Surface Mining: Aqueous Extraction Methods.
8.1 Classification of Methods.
8.2 Placer Mining: Hydraulicking.
8.3 Placer Mining: Dredging.
8.4 Solution Mining.
8.5 Special Topic: Selection of Materials Handling Equipment.
9 Underground Mine Development.
9.1 Nature and Scope of the Task.
9.2 Mine Development and Design.
9.3 Mine Plant Layout.
9.4 Construction of Development Openings.
9.5 Shaft Hoisting Systems.
9.6 Special Topic: Design of Hoisting System.
10 Underground Mining: Unsupported Methods.
10.1 Classification of Methods.
10.2 Room-and-Pillar Mining.
10.3 Stope-and-Pillar Mining.
10.4 Shrinkage Stoping.
10.5 Sublevel Stoping.
10.6 Special Topic A: Calculation of Percentage Recovery.
10.7 Special Topic B: Design of Mine Openings.
11 Underground Mining: Supported Methods.
11.1 Classification of Methods.
11.2 Cut-and-Fill Stoping.
11.3 Stull Stoping.
11.4 Square-Set Stoping / 376
11.5 Special Topic A: Selection and Cost Estimate of
Drilling Equipment.
11.6 Special Topic B: Underground Blasting.
12 Underground Mining: Caving Methods.
12.1 Classification of Methods.
12.2 Longwall Mining.
12.3 Sublevel Caving.
12.4 Block Caving.
12.5 Special Topic: Mine Ventilation.
13 Novel Methods and Technology.
13.1 Classification of Methods.
13.2 Rapid Excavation.
13.3 Automation and Robotics.
13.4 Hydraulic Mining and Transport.
13.5 Methane Drainage.
13.6 Underground Gasification.
13.7 Underground Retorting.
13.8 Mining for Oil.
13.9 Ocean Mining.
13.10 Other Novel Methods.
13.11 Summary of Innovative and Novel Methods.
14 Summary of Mining Methods and Their Selection.
14.1 Introduction.
14.2 Method Recapitulation.
14.3 Mining Method Selection.
14.4 Mining Costs.
14.5 Surface versus Underground.
14.6 Mine Investment Analysis.
14.7 Summary.
14.8 Special Topic: Mine Design Problems.
Appendix: Conversion Table, English to Metric Units
(SI, or International System) Useful in Mining Engineering.
