Mining industry
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology have successfully applied artificial intelligence, specifically natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML), to analyze coal mining accident reports and automate the process of root cause analysis. This research aims to prevent future accidents by leveraging the potential of NLP and ML
Mining industry
Researchers from HeNan Polytechnic University, led by Meng Wang, have made significant breakthroughs in the field of mining and metallurgy. By introducing a new technique called gob-side entry retaining by roof cutting (CLGERRC), the team has demonstrated a substantial reduction in stress concentration and deformation of the surrounding rock in
Mining industry
Liberty Gold Corp., a TSX-listed mining company, has announced the appointment of Brad Ralph as its new Senior Vice President, Corporate Development. With over 20 years of experience in corporate development and investment banking, primarily in the mining sector, Ralph brings a wealth of expertise in sourcing and negotiating funding
Mining industry
A new study by researchers at Hebei University of Engineering in Handan, People's Republic of China, has developed a novel support scheme to enhance roadway stability in fault-affected zones in coal mines in western China. The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, investigated the deformation and failure
Mining industry
Researchers at Instituto Tecnologico Metropolitano have developed a novel approach to prospectivity analysis in alluvial gold mining settings, leveraging machine learning techniques to improve the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations. This innovative methodology employs natural language processing, convolutional neural networks, and transfer learning to analyze field data and identify
Mining industry
Recent research published in the journal Separation and Purification Technology has highlighted the significant challenges in lithium extraction from salt lakes, which account for a substantial portion of the global lithium supply. The study, which was funded by the National Key R & D Program of China, National Natural Science
Mining industry
Titan Mining Corporation has announced a significant discovery of germanium, a critical mineral essential for defense and advanced-technology systems, at its wholly owned Empire State Mine in St. Lawrence County, New York. Initial sampling of the plant feed graded 21 g/t germanium, which was enriched to 77 g/t
Mining industry
Resources Minister Shane Jones is leading a campaign to attract international investment and collaboration in New Zealand's natural resources. As part of this effort, he will attend the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Sydney, Australia, and two major geothermal conferences in the United States. Jones emphasizes
Mining industry
Research has revealed the widespread issue of high-sulfate mine water in China, with over 50% of mine water containing neutral and weakly alkaline properties, resulting in high treatment costs. To address this problem, scientists at the China University of Mining and Technology conducted a study on the use of sulfate-reducing
Mining industry
Grande Portage Resources Ltd., a publicly traded mineral exploration company, has announced two major advancements at its New Amalga Gold Project in Southeast Alaska. The project hosts a high-grade mineral resource of 1.4 million ounces of gold and 0.5 million ounces of gold in inferred resources, with the
Mining industry
Research conducted by the China University of Mining and Technology Beijing has led to the development of a novel method for recovering coal pillar resources in mines, particularly for coal seams with thick-hard roofs. The method, which combines gob-side entry driving and directional roof-cutting technology, has been successfully implemented in
Mining industry
Actress and activist Nathalie Kelley, known for her roles in various films and TV shows, has collaborated with Pure Earth to design a one-of-a-kind jewelry piece for their 2025 Pure Gold Auction. The piece symbolizes a shift in the narrative around gold, from toxic pollution and deforestation to sustainable livelihoods
