Simplified methods of geomechanical analysis for small-scale underground mining

A. Di Lorenzo, A. Pasqua, M. Cardu, A. Godio, J. Seccatore

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Abstract

The present research work was carried out with the aim of realizing a geological and geomechanical characterization of a mining site located in Chancòn (Chile) for the construction of a full-scale laboratory for carrying out explosive tests. The laboratory consists of a main tunnel and two secondary tunnels that will be devoted to research on the nature of blasts and reinforcement systems after excavation, without disregarding additional structures. It should be noted that the case study refers to small scale mining developed in a university environment. This paper presents three models: Topographic, geometric and geomechanical. Tests are performed on site and in the laboratory in order to obtain a database to simulate the physical reality of the problem through analytical analyzes, strengthened with numerical analyzes. Finally, by implementing the Convergence Confinement Method, the project hypotheses are verified. The results are discussed in concluding remarks.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationRock Mechanics for Natural Resources and Infrastructure Development- Proceedings of the 14th International Congress on Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, ISRM 2019
EditorsSergio A.B. da Fontoura, Ricardo José Rocca, José Félix Pavón Mendoza
PublisherCRC Press/Balkema
Pages2434-2441
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)9780367422844
StatePublished - 2020
Event14th International Congress on Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, ISRM 2019 - Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil
Duration: 13 Sep 201918 Sep 2019

Publication series

NameRock Mechanics for Natural Resources and Infrastructure Development- Proceedings of the 14th International Congress on Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, ISRM 2019

Conference

Conference14th International Congress on Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, ISRM 2019
Country/TerritoryBrazil
CityFoz do Iguaçu
Period13/09/1918/09/19

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