Mining industry
A new research study conducted by researchers from the University of Science and Technology Beijing has shed light on the efficient utilization of copper tailings, reducing environmental pollution and ecological damage. The study, published in the Journal of Engineering, highlights the pressing need for sustainable mining practices, emphasizing the importance
Mining industry
Harmony Gold Mining Company has finalized its acquisition of MAC Copper, securing full ownership of the CSA mine in Australia. This strategic move strengthens Harmony's position in the copper market, with Chairman Patrice Motsepe anticipating copper to contribute approximately 40% of group production by 2035. The acquisition was
Mining industry
Research from the Indian School of Mines has emphasized the need for a machine learning-based strategy to forecast roof falls in underground coal mines. According to the study, financial support was provided by the Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, India.
Mining industry
Researchers at Universitas Nasional conducted a study on how media exposure and profitability influence carbon emission disclosure (CED) in mining companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) during 2019-2023. The study analyzed 64 mining companies and found that media exposure has no significant effect on CED, while profitability has
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Osisko Development Corp., a Canadian gold development company, has made a strategic investment in Falco Resources Ltd. by acquiring 6,250,000 units at a price of C$0.32 per unit for a total purchase price of C$2,000,000. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Osisko
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Questcorp Mining Inc. has closed the first tranche of its non-brokered private placement, issuing 14,000,334 units at a price of $0.15 per unit for gross proceeds of $2,100,050. The company plans to utilize the funds for advancement of ongoing exploration and drill work at the
Mining
Australia is home to an estimated 5% of the world's reserves of rare earths and accounts for 8% of global production, with a robust mining sector and expertise built around it. However, the technologically challenging and environmentally sensitive process of extracting and processing these elements makes it economically
Mining industry
China University of Mining and Technology researchers have presented data on geomechanics and geophysics, highlighting the effectiveness of a new method to control mine pressure caused by structural instability in multi-layer thick and hard rock formations. The study integrates theoretical analysis, numerical modeling, and engineering validation to analyze the overlying
Simulation
Scientists at Northeastern University have made significant findings on the geological conditions of resource mining, particularly in relation to the grouting technique used to prevent hazards in deep floor plates. According to the report, the researchers developed a hybrid model integrating microseismic (MS) sources and finite element simulation to study
Simulation
Researchers from China University of Mining and Technology have conducted a comprehensive study to investigate the synergistic mechanism of confining pressure and anchorage length on anchorage body bearing capacity. The study employed laboratory pull-out tests, acoustic emission monitoring, and ABAQUS numerical simulation to examine the mechanical response and failure evolution
Mining industry
Researchers from Heilongjiang University of Science & Technology have developed a novel model, the Mine Water Inrush-Belief Rule Base (MWI-BRB), to accurately identify the source of water inrushes in coal mines. This critical breakthrough aims to prevent environmental catastrophes and ensure safe production in coal mines. The MWI-BRB model combines
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Research conducted at China Nuclear Power Engineering Co. Ltd. has led to a significant discovery in the field of biotechnology. Investigators isolated a microorganism, Cytobacillus sp. BC1816, from a Pacific Ocean marine sediment sample that can thrive on polystyrene plastic as its only carbon source. This breakthrough has the potential
