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Building on the success of its 2006 predecessor, this 3rd edition of Open Pit Mine Planning and Design has been both updated and extended, ensuring that it remains the most complete and authoritative account of modern open pit mining available. Five new chapters on unit operations have been added, the revenues and costs chapter has been substantially revised and updated, and the references have been brought fully up to date. In addition, the pack now also includes a fully working version of the MicroMODEL mine planning software package.

Volume 1 deals with the fundamental concepts involved in the planning and design of open pit mines. Subjects covered are mine planning, mining revenues and costs, orebody description, geometrical considerations, pit limits, production planning, mineral resources and ore reserves, responsible mining, rock blasting, rotary drilling, shovel loading, haulage trucks and machine availability and utilization.

Volume 2 includes CSMine and MicroMODEL, user-friendly mine planning and design software packages developed specifically to illustrate the practical application of the involved principles. It also comprises the CSMine and MicroMODEL tutorials and user’s manuals and eight orebody case examples, including drillhole data sets for performing a complete open pit mine evaluation.

Open Pit Mine Planning and Design is an excellent textbook for courses in surface mine design, open pit design, geological and excavation engineering, and in advanced open pit mine planning and design. The principles described apply worldwide. In addition, the work can be used as a practical reference by professionals. The step-by-step approach to mine design and planning offers a fast-path approach to the material for both undergraduate and graduate students. The outstanding software guides the student through the planning and design steps, and the eight drillhole data sets allow the student to practice the described principles on different mining properties (three copper properties, three iron properties and two gold properties). The well-written text, the large number of illustrative examples and case studies, the included software, the review questions and exercises and the reference lists included at the end of each chapter provide the student with all the material needed to effectively learn the theory and application of open pit mine planning and design.

Arvustused

The two volumes [ ...] make up a comprehensive guidebook of all aspects related to mine planning and design and are an excellent reference for aspects such as the economic evaluation of surface ore deposits, statistical analysis of mineralization data, open-pit mining procedures and issues such as sustainability. Each chapter ends with a detailed list of hundreds of references and bibliography, followed by a series of Review combined questions and exercises that would assist any mining engineering lecturer in setting assignments, tests and examinations. As a handbook for any aspiring mining engineer, there is no doubt that this is a very valuable document and package.

Phil Paige-Green, Quarterly Journal of Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology, Vol. 48, 2015, pp. 264

Appropriate for diverse audiences, this book is an outstanding technical reference that provides the reader with an understanding of the fundamental principles associated with the design and planning of modern surface open-pit mines. The book is well-written and addresses topical subjects in a manner highly conducive for use in undergraduate and graduate education, as well as by a wide range of professionals interested in the subject. The text emphasizes the influence of economic and environmental considerations in mine design and planning, where applied engineering principles and approaches are effectively introduced through numerous examples and exercises. While the book is ideally suited for students in mineral related disciplines, seasoned professionals will also find it extremely useful as a technical reference. Overall, it is an excellent book that successfully introduces the interdisciplinary aspects of surface design and planning in a straight-forward, easy to understand manner that challenges the reader to think in a broader context about the subject.

Hugh B. Miller, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Mining Engineering Department, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO, USA

Over the years, attempts have been made to capture the essence of open pit engineering. Past volumes have been organized by assembling papers and chapters written by experts and practitioners. These works contain valuable information but often digress into specialized areas and frequently repeat introductory material. Students who are trying to put all this information into a practical context find the repetition tedious and often are overwhelmed by esoteric subtopics. In this two-volume treatise, Dr.Hustrulid and his coauthors have captured the essence of ore body modeling, open pit planning, unit operations, and responsible mining in an organized and succinct manner. This work is especially valuable for mining students who are eager to learn about open pit mining and for the faculty tasked to teach the topic. The software included with the volumes provides an excellent introduction to computerized planning and a logical transition to more complicated programs.

M. K. McCarter, Ph.D., P.E., Professor of Mining Engineering, Malcolm N. McKinnon Endowed Chair, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Open Pit Mine Planning and Design is an ideal textbook for courses in surface mine design, open pit design, geological and excavation engineering, and in advanced open pit mine planning and design, and can also be a priceless reference resource for active professionals around the world.

Australian Journal of Mining, October 30, 2014

Preface xv
About The Authors xix
1 Mine Planning
1(46)
1.1 Introduction
1(4)
1.1.1 The meaning of ore
1(1)
1.1.2 Some important definitions
2(3)
1.2 Mine development phases
5(2)
1.3 An initial data collection checklist
7(4)
1.4 The planning phase
11(6)
1.4.1 Introduction
11(1)
1.4.2 The content of an intermediate valuation report
12(1)
1.4.3 The content of the feasibility report
12(5)
1.5 Planning costs
17(1)
1.6 Accuracy of estimates
17(2)
1.6.1 Tonnage and grade
17(1)
1.6.2 Performance
17(1)
1.6.3 Costs
18(1)
1.6.4 Price and revenue
18(1)
1.7 Feasibility study preparation
19(5)
1.8 Critical path representation
24(1)
1.9 Mine reclamation
24(11)
1.9.1 Introduction
24(1)
1.9.2 Multiple-use management
25(3)
1.9.3 Reclamation plait purpose
28(1)
1.9.4 Reclamation plan content
28(1)
1.9.5 Reclamation standards
29(2)
1.9.6 Surface and ground water management
31(1)
1.9.7 Mine waste management
32(1)
1.9.8 Tailings and slime ponds
33(1)
1.9.9 Cyanide heap and vat leach systems
33(1)
1.9.10 Landform reclamation
34(1)
1.10 Environmental planning procedures
35(5)
1.10.1 Initial project evaluation
35(2)
1.10.2 The strategic plan
37(1)
1.10.3 The environmental planning team
38(2)
1.11 A sample list of project permits and approvals
40(7)
References and bibliography
40(3)
Review questions and exercises
43(4)
2 Mining Revenues And Costs
47(139)
2.1 Introduction
47(1)
2.2 Economic concepts including cash flow
47(9)
2.2.1 Future worth
47(1)
2.2.2 Present value
48(1)
2.2.3 Present value of a series of uniform contributions
48(1)
2.2.4 Payback period
49(1)
2.2.5 Rate of return on an investment
49(1)
2.2.6 Cash flow (CF)
50(1)
2.2.7 Discounted cash flow (DCF)
51(1)
2.2.8 Discounted cash flow rate of return (DCFROR)
51(1)
2.2.9 Cash flows, DCF and DCFROR including depreciation
52(1)
2.2.10 Depletion
53(2)
2.2.11 Cash flows, including depletion
55(1)
2.3 Estimating revenues
56(44)
2.3.1 Current mineral prices
56(8)
2.3.2 Historical price data
64(11)
2.3.3 Trend analysis
75(16)
2.3.4 Econometric models
91(1)
2.3.5 Net smelter return
92(7)
2.3.6 Price-cost relationships
99(1)
2.4 Estimating costs
100(86)
2.4.1 Types of costs
100(1)
2.4.2 Costs from actual operations
101(25)
2.4.3 Escalation of older costs
126(5)
2.4.4 The original O'Hara cost estimator
131(3)
2.4.5 The updated O'Hara cost estimator
134(18)
2.4.6 Detailed cost calculations
152(15)
2.4.7 Quick-and-dirty mining cost estimates
167(1)
2.4.8 Current equipment, supplies and labor costs
168(7)
References and bibliography
175(6)
Review questions and exercises
181(5)
3 Orebody Description
186(104)
3.1 Introduction
186(1)
3.2 Mine maps
186(15)
3.3 Geologic information
201(4)
3.4 Compositing and tonnage factor calculations
205(11)
3.4.1 Compositing
205(6)
3.4.2 Tonnage factors
211(5)
3.5 Method of vertical sections
216(14)
3.5.1 Introduction
216(1)
3.5.2 Procedures
216(1)
3.5.3 Construction of a cross-section
217(4)
3.5.4 Calculation of tonnage and average grade for a pit
221(9)
3.6 Method of vertical sections (grade contours)
230(7)
3.7 The method of horizontal sections
237(8)
3.7.1 Introduction
237(1)
3.7.2 Triangles
237(4)
3.7.3 Polygons
241(4)
3.8 Block models
245(8)
3.8.1 Introduction
245(3)
3.8.2 Rule-of-nearest points
248(1)
3.8.3 Constant distance weighting techniques
249(4)
3.9 Statistical basis for grade assignment
253(16)
3.9.1 Some statistics on the orebody
256(4)
3.9.2 Range of sample influence
260(1)
3.9.3 Illustrative example
261(5)
3.9.4 Describing variograms by mathematical models
266(2)
3.9.5 Quantification of a deposit through variograms
268(1)
3.10 Kriging
269(21)
3.10.1 Introduction
269(1)
3.10.2 Concept development
270(2)
3.10.3 Kriging example
272(4)
3.10.4 Example of estimation for a level
276(1)
3.10.5 Block kriging
276(1)
3.10.6 Common problems associated with the use of the kriging technique
277(1)
3.10.7 Comparison of results using several techniques
278(1)
References and bibliography
279(7)
Review questions and exercises
286(4)
4 Geometrical Considerations
290(119)
4.1 Introduction
290(1)
4.2 Basic bench geometry
290(7)
4.3 Ore access
297(13)
4.4 The pit expansion process
310(13)
4.4.1 Introduction
310(1)
4.4.2 Frontal cuts
310(3)
4.4.3 Drive-by cuts
313(1)
4.4.4 Parallel cuts
313(3)
4.4.5 Minimum required operating room for parallel cuts
316(6)
4.4.6 Cut sequencing
322(1)
4.5 Pit slope geometry
323(9)
4.6 Final pit slope angles
332(14)
4.6.1 Introduction
332(1)
4.6.2 Geomechanical background
333(1)
4.6.3 Planar failure
334(6)
4.6.4 Circular failure
340(1)
4.6.5 Stability of curved wall sections
340(2)
4.6.6 Slope stability data presentation
342(1)
4.6.7 Slope analysis example
343(1)
4.6.8 Economic aspects of final slope angles
344(2)
4.7 Plan representation of bench geometry
346(4)
4.8 Addition of a road
350(22)
4.8.1 Introduction
350(6)
4.8.2 Design of a spiral road - inside the wall
356(5)
4.8.3 Design of a spiral ramp - outside the wall
361(3)
4.8.4 Design of a switchback
364(3)
4.8.5 The volume represented by a road
367(5)
4.9 Road construction
372(17)
4.9.1 Introduction
372(1)
4.9.2 Road section design
373(5)
4.9.3 Straight segment design
378(3)
4.9.4 Curve design
381(3)
4.9.5 Conventional parallel berm design
384(1)
4.9.6 Median berm design
384(1)
4.9.7 Haulage road gradients
385(3)
4.9.8 Practical road building and maintenance tips
388(1)
4.10 Stripping ratios
389(5)
4.11 Geometric sequencing
394(3)
4.12 Summary
397(12)
References and bibliography
397(7)
Review questions and exercises
404(5)
5 Pit Limits
409(95)
5.1 Introduction
409(1)
5.2 Hand methods
410(29)
5.2.1 The basic concept
410(3)
5.2.2 The net value calculation
413(6)
5.2.3 Location of pit limits - pit bottom in waste
419(6)
5.2.4 Location of pit limits - pit bottom in ore
425(1)
5.2.5 Location of pit limits - one side plus pit bottom in ore
425(1)
5.2.6 Radial sections
426(6)
5.2.7 Generating a final pit outline
432(5)
5.2.8 Destinations for in-pit materials
437(2)
5.3 Economic block models
439(2)
5.4 The floating cone technique
441(9)
5.5 The Lerchs-Grossmann 2-D algorithm
450(9)
5.6 Modification of the Lerchs-Grossmann 2-D algorithm to a 21/2-D algorithm
459(3)
5.7 The Lerchs-Grossmann 3-D algorithm
462(16)
5.7.1 Introduction
462(3)
5.7.2 Definition of some important terms and concepts
465(3)
5.7.3 Two approaches to tree construction
468(1)
5.7.4 The arbitrary tree approach (Approach 1)
469(2)
5.7.5 The all root connection approach (Approach 2)
471(4)
5.7.6 The tree `cutting' process
475(2)
5.7.7 A more complicated example
477(1)
5.8 Computer assisted methods
478(26)
5.8.1 The RTZ open-pit generator
478(6)
5.8.2 Computer assisted pit design based upon sections
484(12)
References and bibliography
496(5)
Review questions and exercises
501(3)
6 Production Planning
504(166)
6.1 Introduction
504(1)
6.2 Some basic mine life - plant size concepts
505(10)
6.3 Taylor's mine life rule
515(1)
6.4 Sequencing by nested pits
516(5)
6.5 Cash flow calculations
521(12)
6.6 Mine and mill plant sizing
533(15)
6.6.1 Ore reserves supporting the plant size decision
533(4)
6.6.2 Incremental financial analysis principles
537(3)
6.6.3 Plant sizing example
540(8)
6.7 Lane's algorithm
548(30)
6.7.1 Introduction
548(1)
6.7.2 Model definition
549(1)
6.7.3 The basic equations
550(1)
6.7.4 An illustrative example
551(1)
6.7.5 Cutoff grade for maximum profit
552(8)
6.7.6 Net present value maximization
560(18)
6.8 Material destination considerations
578(12)
6.8.1 Introduction
578(1)
6.8.2 The leach dump alternative
579(5)
6.8.3 The stockpile alternative
584(6)
6.9 Production scheduling
590(36)
6.9.1 Introduction
590(12)
6.9.2 Phase scheduling
602(6)
6.9.3 Block sequencing using set dynamic programming
608(12)
6.9.4 Some scheduling examples
620(6)
6.10 Push back design
626(27)
6.10.1 Introduction
626(7)
6.10.2 The basic manual steps
633(2)
6.10.3 Manual push back design example
635(12)
6.10.4 Time period plans
647(2)
6.10.5 Equipment fleet requirements
649(2)
6.10.6 Other planning considerations
651(2)
6.11 The mine planning and design process - summary and closing remarks
653(17)
References and bibliography
655(11)
Review questions and exercises
666(4)
7 Reporting Of Mineral Resources And Ore Reserves
670(46)
7.1 Introduction
670(1)
7.2 The JORC code - 2004 edition
671(17)
7.2.1 Preamble
671(1)
7.2.2 Foreword
671(1)
7.2.3 Introduction
671(4)
7.2.4 Scope
675(1)
7.2.5 Competence and responsibility
676(2)
7.2.6 Reporting terminology
678(1)
7.2.7 Reporting - General
679(1)
7.2.8 Reporting of exploration results
679(1)
7.2.9 Reporting of mineral resources
680(4)
7.2.10 Reporting of ore reserves
684(3)
7.2.11 Reporting of mineralized stope fill, stockpiles, remnants, pillars, low grade mineralization and tailings
687(1)
7.3 The CIM best practice guidelines for the estimation of mineral resources and mineral reserves - general guidelines
688(28)
7.3.1 Preamble
688(1)
7.3.2 Foreword
688(2)
7.3.3 The resource database
690(2)
7.3.4 Geological interpretation and modeling
692(3)
7.3.5 Mineral resource estimation
695(3)
7.3.6 Quantifying elements to convert a Mineral Resource to a Mineral Reserve
698(2)
7.3.7 Mineral reserve estimation
700(2)
7.3.8 Reporting
702(4)
7.3.9 Reconciliation of mineral reserves
706(3)
7.3.10 Selected references
709(1)
References and bibliography
709(4)
Review questions and exercises
713(3)
8 Responsible Mining
716(41)
8.1 Introduction
716(1)
8.2 The 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment
717(4)
8.3 The World Conservation Strategy (WCS) - 1980
721(3)
8.4 World Commission on Environment and Development (1987)
724(2)
8.5 The `Earth Summit'
726(5)
8.5.1 The Rio Declaration
726(3)
8.5.2 Agenda 21
729(2)
8.6 World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD)
731(1)
8.7 Mining industry and mining industry-related initiatives
732(12)
8.7.1 Introduction
732(1)
8.7.2 The Global Mining Initiative (GMI)
732(2)
8.7.3 International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM)
734(2)
8.7.4 Mining, Minerals, and Sustainable Development (MMSD)
736(1)
8.7.5 The U.S. Government and federal land management
737(3)
8.7.6 The position of the U.S. National Mining Association (NMA)
740(2)
8.7.7 The view of one mining company executive
742(2)
8.8 `Responsible Mining' - the way forward is good engineering
744(3)
8.8.1 Introduction
744(1)
8.8.2 The Milos Statement
744(3)
8.9 Concluding remarks
747(10)
References and bibliography
747(7)
Review questions and exercises
754(3)
9 Rock Blasting
757(39)
9.1 General introduction to mining unit operations
757(1)
9.2 Rock blasting
758(38)
9.2.1 Rock fragmentation
758(1)
9.2.2 Blast design flowsheet
759(2)
9.2.3 Explosives as a source of fragmentation energy
761(1)
9.2.4 Pressure-volume curves
762(3)
9.2.5 Explosive strength
765(1)
9.2.6 Energy use
766(1)
9.2.7 Preliminary blast layout guidelines
767(1)
9.2.8 Blast design rationale
768(6)
9.2.9 Ratios for initial design
774(1)
9.2.10 Ratio based blast design example
775(5)
9.2.11 Determination of KB
780(2)
9.2.12 Energy coverage
782(6)
9.2.13 Concluding remarks
788(1)
References and bibliography
788(4)
Review questions and exercises
792(4)
10 Rotary Drilling
796(79)
10.1 Brief history of rotary drill bits
796(4)
10.2 Rock removal action
800(8)
10.3 Rock bit components
808(2)
10.4 Roller bit nomenclature
810(6)
10.5 The rotary blasthole drill machine
816(7)
10.6 The drill selection process
823(1)
10.7 The drill string
824(8)
10.8 Penetration rate - early fundamental studies
832(5)
10.9 Penetration rate - field experience
837(8)
10.10 Pulldown force
845(2)
10.11 Rotation rate
847(1)
10.12 Bit life estimates
848(1)
10.13 Technical tips for best bit performance
849(1)
10.14 Cuttings removal and bearing cooling
849(8)
10.15 Production time factors
857(1)
10.16 Cost calculations
858(2)
10.17 Drill automation
860(15)
References and bibliography
860(9)
Review questions and exercises
869(6)
11 Shovel Loading
875(25)
11.1 Introduction
875(3)
11.2 Operational practices
878(1)
11.3 Dipper capacity
879(1)
11.4 Some typical shovel dimensions, layouts and specifications
880(2)
11.5 Ballast/counterbalance requirements
882(1)
11.6 Shovel production per cycle
883(3)
11.7 Cycle time
886(3)
11.8 Cycles per shift
889(4)
11.9 Shovel productivity example
893(1)
11.10 Design guidance from regulations
894(6)
References and bibliography
895(2)
Review questions and exercises
897(3)
12 Haulage Trucks
900(72)
12.1 Introduction
900(1)
12.2 Sizing the container
900(2)
12.3 Powering the container
902(1)
12.4 Propeling the container - mechanical drive systems
903(26)
12.4.1 Introduction
903(2)
12.4.2 Performance curves
905(7)
12.4.3 Rimpull utilization
912(5)
12.4.4 Retardation systems
917(6)
12.4.5 Specifications for a modern mechanical drive truck
923(4)
12.4.6 Braking systems
927(2)
12.5 Propelling the container - electrical drive systems
929(8)
12.5.1 Introduction
929(1)
12.5.2 Application of the AC-drive option to a large mining truck
930(2)
12.5.3 Specifications of a large AC-drive mining truck
932(1)
12.5.4 Calculation of truck travel time
933(4)
12.6 Propelling the container - trolley assist
937(2)
12.6.1 Introduction
937(1)
12.6.2 Trolley-equipped Komatsu 860E truck
938(1)
12.6.3 Cycle time calculation for the Komatsu 860E truck with trolley assist
939(1)
12.7 Calculation of truck travel time - hand methods
939(17)
12.7.1 Introduction
939(2)
12.7.2 Approach 1 - Equation of motion method
941(10)
12.7.3 Approach 2 - Speed factor method
951(5)
12.8 Calculation of truck travel time - computer methods
956(2)
12.8.1 Caterpillar haulage simulator
956(1)
12.8.2 Speed-factor based simulator
957(1)
12.9 Autonomous haulage
958(14)
References and bibliography
964(5)
Review questions and exercises
969(3)
13 Machine Availability And Utilization
972(33)
13.1 Introduction
972(1)
13.2 Time flow
973(2)
13.3 Availability - node 1
975(2)
13.4 Utilization - node 2
977(1)
13.5 Working efficiency - node 3
978(1)
13.6 Job efficiency - node 4
978(1)
13.7 Maintenance efficiency - node 5
979(1)
13.8 Estimating annual operating time and production capacity
980(3)
13.9 Estimating shift operating time and production capacity
983(4)
13.10 Annual time flow in rotary drilling
987(3)
13.11 Application in prefeasibility work
990(15)
References and bibliography
991(1)
Review questions and exercises
992(3)
Index
995(10)
14 The CSMine Tutorial
1005(51)
14.1 Getting started
1006(2)
14.1.1 Hardware requirements
1006(1)
14.1.2 Installing CSMine
1006(1)
14.1.3 Running CSMine
1007(1)
14.2 The Arizona Copper property description
1008(1)
14.3 Steps needed to create a block model
1008(3)
14.4 Data files required for creating a block model
1011(1)
14.5 CSMine program design overview
1012(1)
14.6 Executing commands with CSMine
1013(1)
14.7 Starting the tutorial
1013(2)
14.8 The drill hole mode
1015(11)
14.8.1 Reading the drill hole file
1015(1)
14.8.2 Defining the block grid
1016(2)
14.8.3 Creating a drill hole plan map
1018(5)
14.8.4 Creating a drill hole section map
1023(3)
14.9 The composite mode
1026(3)
14.9.1 Calculating composites
1026(1)
14.9.2 Storing and loading composite files
1027(1)
14.9.3 Drill hole section plots with composites
1028(1)
14.10 The block mode
1029(26)
14.10.1 Calculating block grades
1029(4)
14.10.2 Creating block value plots
1033(5)
14.10.3 Creating contour maps
1038(3)
14.10.4 Assigning economic values to the blocks
1041(1)
14.10.5 The Restrictions command
1042(7)
14.10.6 Pit plots
1049(2)
14.10.7 The Slopes command
1051(3)
14.10.8 The Save and Print commands
1054(1)
14.11 Conclusion
1055(1)
14.12 Suggested exercises
1055(1)
15 CSMine USER'S Guide
1056(114)
15.1 Basics
1056(5)
15.1.1 File types
1056(1)
15.1.2 The project file
1057(1)
15.1.3 Changing modes
1058(1)
15.1.4 Formatting the data screen
1059(1)
15.1.5 Sorting data
1060(1)
15.1.6 Printing data
1060(1)
15.1.7 Coordinate system description
1060(1)
15.2 Drill hole mode
1061(13)
15.2.1 Drill hole data file description
1062(1)
15.2.2 Reading a drill hole file
1063(1)
15.2.3 Plotting a drill hole plan map
1064(5)
15.2.4 Plotting a drill hole section map
1069(5)
15.3 Composite mode
1074(9)
15.3.1 How composites are calculated
1075(3)
15.3.2 Creating composites
1078(2)
15.3.3 Saving composite files
1080(1)
15.3.4 Reading composite files
1081(1)
15.3.5 Composite file description
1081(2)
15.4 Block model mode
1083(19)
15.4.1 Defining the block model grid
1084(1)
15.4.2 Surface topography
1084(4)
15.4.3 Assigning block values
1088(6)
15.4.4 Creating a block model
1094(5)
15.4.5 Saving a block file
1099(1)
15.4.6 Reading a block file
1100(1)
15.4.7 Block file description
1100(2)
15.5 Economic block values
1102(6)
15.5.1 How economic values are calculated
1102(2)
15.5.2 Evaluation of the default formulas
1104(3)
15.5.3 Creating an economic block model
1107(1)
15.6 Pit modeling
1108(8)
15.6.1 Surface topography restrictions
1109(1)
15.6.2 Geometric pit limit restriction and pit slopes
1109(1)
15.6.3 Positive apexed cone limits
1109(3)
15.6.4 Three-dimensional floating cone
1112(1)
15.6.5 Entering pit slopes
1112(3)
15.6.6 Turning pit restrictions on and off
1115(1)
15.7 Block plots
1116(5)
15.7.1 The Configure command
1116(3)
15.7.2 The Next command
1119(1)
15.7.3 The Previous command
1119(1)
15.7.4 The Return command
1119(1)
15.7.5 Controlling which blocks are plotted
1119(2)
15.8 Contour plot
1121(6)
15.8.1 The Configure command
1121(6)
15.8.2 The Next command
1127(1)
15.8.3 The Previous command
1127(1)
15.8.4 The Return command
1127(1)
15.9 Plotting pit profiles
1127(3)
15.9.1 The Configure command
1128(1)
15.9.2 The Surface command
1129(1)
15.9.3 The Geometric command
1129(1)
15.9.4 The Outer_Economic command
1129(1)
15.9.5 The Floating_Cone command
1129(1)
15.9.6 The Return command
1129(1)
15.10 Block reports
1130(3)
15.10.1 The Restrictions command
1130(1)
15.10.2 The Configure command
1131(2)
15.10.3 The Return command
1133(1)
15.11 Summary statistics
1133(17)
15.11.1 The EX1.CMP data set
1133(1)
15.11.2 The EX2.CMP data set
1133(1)
15.11.3 Summary statistics description
1133(6)
15.11.4 Is a distribution normal?
1139(1)
15.11.5 Is a distribution lognormal?
1139(7)
15.11.6 The Transform command
1146(3)
15.11.7 The Statistics command
1149(1)
15.12 Variogram modeling
1150(20)
15.12.1 Introduction
1150(5)
15.12.2 Experimental variogram modeling
1155(3)
15.12.3 Anisotropy
1158(2)
15.12.4 The Variogram command
1160(9)
References
1169(1)
16 THE MicroMODEL V8.1 Mine Design Software
1170(58)
16.1 Introduction
1170(1)
16.2 Program overview
1171(6)
16.2.1 Introduction
1171(1)
16.2.2 Data Entry Module overview
1171(1)
16.2.3 Surface Modeling Module overview
1172(1)
16.2.4 Rock Modeling Module overview
1173(1)
16.2.5 Drill Hole Compositing Module overview
1174(1)
16.2.6 Grade Modeling Module overview
1175(1)
16.2.7 Pit Generation and Reserves Evaluation Module overview
1176(1)
16.3 Data Entry Tutorial
1177(22)
16.3.1 Introduction
1177(1)
16.3.2 Some notes on input files
1177(1)
16.3.3 Getting started
1178(4)
16.3.4 Starting a demo project
1182(3)
16.3.5 Some special considerations
1185(2)
16.3.6 Constructing the Ariz_Cu model
1187(12)
16.4 Pit Generation tutorial
1199(27)
16.4.1 Introduction
1199(1)
16.4.2 Surface topography
1199(7)
16.4.3 Rock modeling
1206(2)
16.4.4 Compositing
1208(4)
16.4.5 Grade modeling
1212(3)
16.4.6 Pit creation
1215(9)
16.4.7 File manager
1224(1)
16.4.8 Happy times
1224(2)
16.5 Other data sets - Continuation
1226(2)
17 Orebody case examples
1228(61)
17.1 Introduction
1228(2)
17.2 The Arizona Copper property
1230(7)
17.2.1 Introduction
1230(1)
17.2.2 Historical background
1230(1)
17.2.3 Property topography
1231(1)
17.2.4 Geologic description
1231(1)
17.2.5 Mineralization
1232(3)
17.2.6 Drill hole data
1235(1)
17.2.7 Mining considerations
1236(1)
17.3 The Minnesota Natural Iron property
1237(9)
17.3.1 Introduction
1237(2)
17.3.2 Access
1239(1)
17.3.3 Climatic conditions
1240(1)
17.3.4 Historical background
1241(1)
17.3.5 Topography
1242(1)
17.3.6 General geologic setting
1242(1)
17.3.7 Mine-specific geology
1243(1)
17.3.8 An initial hand design
1244(1)
17.3.9 Economic basis
1244(2)
17.4 The Utah Iron property
1246(5)
17.4.1 Background
1246(1)
17.4.2 Mining history of the district
1247(1)
17.4.3 Property topography and surface vegetation
1248(1)
17.4.4 Climate
1248(1)
17.4.5 General geology
1249(1)
17.4.6 Mineralization
1250(1)
17.4.7 Mineral processing
1250(1)
17.4.8 Pit slopes
1250(1)
17.4.9 Initial cost estimates
1251(1)
17.4.10 Other considerations
1251(1)
17.5 The Minnesota Taconite property
1251(7)
17.5.1 Introduction
1251(1)
17.5.2 Location
1252(1)
17.5.3 History
1252(1)
17.5.4 Topography and surface conditions
1253(1)
17.5.5 General geology
1253(1)
17.5.6 Structural data
1254(1)
17.5.7 Mining data
1255(2)
17.5.8 Ore processing
1257(1)
17.6 The Kennecott Barneys Canyon Gold property
1258(4)
17.6.1 Introduction
1258(1)
17.6.2 Geologic setting
1258(1)
17.6.3 Resource definition
1259(1)
17.6.4 Geotechnical data
1259(1)
17.6.5 Topography and surface conditions
1260(1)
17.6.6 Climate
1260(1)
17.6.7 Ore processing
1260(1)
17.6.8 Mining data
1261(1)
17.7 The Newmont Gold property
1262(5)
17.7.1 Introduction
1262(1)
17.7.2 Property location
1262(1)
17.7.3 General geologic setting
1263(1)
17.7.4 Deposit mineralization
1264(1)
17.7.5 Topography and surface conditions
1265(1)
17.7.6 Local climatic conditions
1266(1)
17.7.7 Initial pit modeling parameters
1266(1)
17.8 The Codelco Andina Copper property
1267(6)
17.8.1 Introduction
1267(1)
17.8.2 Background information
1267(1)
17.8.3 Geology
1267(1)
17.8.4 Structural geology
1268(1)
17.8.5 Geotechnical slope analysis and design
1269(3)
17.8.6 Unit operations and initial costs for generating a pit
1272(1)
17.9 The Codelco Norte Copper property
1273(16)
17.9.1 Introduction
1273(2)
17.9.2 Location and access
1275(1)
17.9.3 Geology
1275(1)
17.9.4 Geotechnical information
1276(2)
17.9.5 Open pit geometry
1278(1)
17.9.6 Material handling systems
1278(1)
17.9.7 Metallurgical testing/process development
1279(1)
17.9.8 Leach pad design and operation
1280(1)
17.9.9 Mine design and plan
1281(1)
17.9.10 Unit operations and manpower
1281(3)
17.9.11 Economic analysis
1284(1)
References
1284(5)
Index 1289
William Hustrulid studied Minerals Engineering at the University of Minnesota. After obtaining his Ph.D. degree in 1968, his career has included responsible roles in both mining academia and in the mining business itself. He has served as Professor of Mining Engineering at the University of Utah and at the Colorado School of Mines and as a Guest Professor at theTechnical University in Luleå, Sweden. In addition, he has held mining R&D positions for companies in the USA, Sweden, and the former Republic of Zaire. He is a Member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering (NAE) and a Foreign Member of the Swedish Royal Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA). He currently holds the rank of Professor Emeritus at the University of Utah and manages Hustrulid Mining Services in Spokane,Washington.



Mark Kuchta studied Mining Engineering at the Colorado School of Mines and received his Ph.D. degree from the Technical University in Luleå, Sweden. He has had a wide-ranging career in the mining business. This has included working as a contract miner in the uranium mines of western Colorado and 10 years of experience in various positions with LKAB in northern Sweden. At present, Mark is an Associate Professor of Mining Engineering at the Colorado School of Mines. He is actively involved in the education of future mining engineers at both undergraduate and graduate levels and conducts a very active research program. His professional interests include the use of high-pressure waterjets for rock scaling applications in underground mines, strategic mine planning, advanced mine production scheduling and the development of user-friendly mine software.



Randall K. Randy Martin studied Metallurgical Engineering at the Colorado School of Mines and later received a Master of Science in Mineral Economics from Mines. He has over thirty years of experience as a geologic modeler and mine planner, having worked for Amax Mining, Pincock, Allen & Holt, and Tetratech. Currently he serves as President of R.K. Martin and Associates, Inc. His company performs consulting services, and also markets and supports a variety of software packages which are used in the mining industry. He is the principal author of the MicroMODEL® software included with this textbook.