Mining Methods: Engineering Fundamentals - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1682868168 ISBN 13: 9781682868164

Publisher: Syrawood Publishing House, 2019

Synopsis

The extraction of valuable geological materials and minerals from the earth is referred to as mining. These are extracted as ores from an orebody, vein, lode, reef, etc. which are then processed with mechanical and chemical means to recover metals, gemstones, limestone, coal, etc. The extraction of petroleum and natural gas is also encompassed within this field. The techniques used in mining fall under the broad classification of surface mining and underground or sub-surface mining. Heavy machinery is used in mining at various levels. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts and methods in the field of mining. Different approaches, evaluations and methodologies have been included herein. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.

Edition details

• Publisher: Syrawood Publishing House
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1682868168
• ISBN 13: 9781682868164
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 220
• Editor: Bates Diana