Mining and Mineral Processing (MMP)

Section Information

Mining and Mineral Processing focuses on the exploration, extraction, processing, and management of mineral resources essential for industry and technological development. It encompasses geomechanics, excavation technologies, mineral separation processes, and sustainable resource utilization.

Modern mining engineering integrates automation, geospatial technologies, environmental protection, material characterization, and advanced mineral processing methods to improve efficiency, safety, and environmental performance. Digital tools, remote sensing, and real-time monitoring systems are transforming the industry.

This section publishes research articles, case studies, and reviews on mining methods, mine design, rock mechanics, mineral beneficiation, waste management, environmental impact mitigation, and emerging technologies enhancing responsible and efficient mineral resource development.

Scope

Mining Methods and Operations
- Surface and underground mining techniques
- Mine planning, design, and layout optimization
- Blasting technology, excavation, and materials handling
- Automation, robotics, and remote mining systems
Rock Mechanics and Ground Control
- Rock behavior, stress analysis, and failure mechanisms
- Support systems, reinforcement, and excavation stability
- Numerical modeling and geomechanical simulation
- Monitoring, safety assessment, and risk mitigation
Mineral Processing and Beneficiation
- Crushing, grinding, screening, and size classification
- Gravity separation, flotation, magnetic and electrostatic methods
- Dewatering, thickening, and tailings management
- Process optimization, modeling, and plant performance analysis
Extractive Metallurgy Interfaces
- Pyrometallurgical, hydrometallurgical, and bioleaching processes
- Ore characterization, mineralogy, and reagent chemistry
- Metal recovery, refining, and waste treatment
- Integration of beneficiation with downstream metallurgical processes
Environmental and Sustainable Mining
- Mine waste management and tailings stabilization
- Environmental impact assessment and mitigation strategies
- Water management, pollution control, and rehabilitation
- Energy efficiency and sustainable resource utilization
Geospatial and Sensing Technologies
- Remote sensing, GIS, and geostatistical analysis
- Resource modeling, reserve estimation, and grade control
- Sensor-based ore sorting and real-time monitoring
- Digital mapping and autonomous survey technologies
Safety, Economics, and Management
- Occupational safety, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance
- Mine economics, cost analysis, and project evaluation
- Supply chain and logistics for mining operations
- Decision support systems and digital mine management