Optimization of Mont-Wright open pit mineplanning and design using an integratedGeostatistical-Geomechanical approach

This research project aims to develop an integrated geostatistical-geomechanical approach to address the spatial distribution of rock mass mechanical properties, for use in optimization of Mont-Wirght open pit mine planning and design. This approach allows a better understanding of rock mass conditions based on limited sampling locations. The methodology would allow the inherent heterogeneity of rock masses to be taken into account in mine planning and design, on the understanding that more accurate knowledge of the spatial distribution of rock mass mechanical properties promotes safe and economic mine design.

Faculty Supervisor:

Kamran Esmaeili

Student:

Partner:

ArcelorMittal Exploitation minière (Montreal, QC)

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Mining

University:

University of Toronto

Program: