Lowrie R. SME Mining Reference Handbook

Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration, Inc. (SME), 2002, Electronic edition published 2009. — XVI, 448 p. — ISBN: 978-087335-297-0.Need to recall properties of a rock or mineral of the fly? Or quickly convert to metric units in the field? When you're on a job site, you need answers fast. But answers don't always come easily, especially if your library of reference materials is back in the office. Engineers are often called on to answer technical questions and solve problems while in the field. It's not always feasible to bring along the bulky reference materials needed to research engineering-related topics. Now there's a simple solution. The SME Mining Reference Handbook is a practical field reference for mining and minerals engineers who spend time away from the office. With its comprehensive store of charts, graphs, tables, equations, and rules of thumb, the handbook is the essential technical reference for mobile mining professionals. It's also a convenient desk reference for in-office use. To keep the handbook portable, content was carefully selected to include only the most relevant and widely used information. This distillation of vital technical data was culled from volumes of mining and engineering literature.
Its compact size and durable cover make it a convenient resource, ideal for a briefcase, glove compartment, or personal bookshelf. While written as a quick reference for experienced engineers, students and government practitioners will also find it useful.About the Editor
EditorsProject Evaluation
Feasibility Studies
Due Diligence Studies
Due Diligence ChecklistMaterial Properties
Soils
Rocks
Minerals
CoalExploration and Geology
Geologic Time
Geologic Map Symbols
Rock Classification
Structural Geology
Geophysics
Aerial Photography
DrillingPhysical Science and Engineering
Chemistry
Statics
Dynamics
Mechanics of Materials
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
Electricity and MagnetismMathematics, Statistics, and Probability
Elementary Analysis
Algebra
Trigonometry
Geometry
Derivatives
ntegrals
Probability and Statistics
MiscellaneousWeights, Measures, Conversions, Constants, and Symbols
nternational System of Units
Fundamental Physical Constants
Selected Constants, Measures, and Time
Selected Unit Equivalencies and Approximations
SI Prefixes
Greek AlphabetSampling and Analysis
Sampling
AnalysisEconomics and Costing
Interest Formulas
Discrete Compound Interest Tables
Capitalized Costs
Depreciation
Depletion Allowance
Effective Tax Rate
Benefit Cost Ratio (BCR)
Present Value Ratio (PVR)
Inflation
Consumer Price Index
Capital Structure
Cash Flow
CostingQuality and Specifications of Products
Abrasives
Aggregate
Aluminum
Barite
Chromium
Clays
Coal
Cobalt
Copper
Diamonds, Industrial
Diatomite and Perlite
Fluorspar
Gold
Graphite
Iron Ore
Lead
Limestone and Dolomite
Manganese
Mercury
Mica
Molybdenum
Nickel
Phosphate Rock
Platinum Group Metals
Potash
Pumice
Quartz Crystal
Sand and Gravel
Silver
Soda Ash and Sodium Sulfate
Stone, Crushed
Sulfur
Talc
Tin
Titanium
anadium
Zeolites
ZincHaul Roads
Haul Truck Specifications
Stopping Distance
Number of Lanes
Safe Distance Between Trucks
Road Width
Sight Distance
Gradient
Super Elevation
Construction Material Factors
Other ConsiderationsBlasting and Explosives
Characteristics of Explosives
Blast Design
Ground Vibrations and Air Concussion from Blasting
bration Attenuation and Peak Particle Velocity PredictionsExcavation, Loading, and Material Transport
Equipment Performance
Production Calculations
Equipment Operating Costs
Draglines
Clamshells
Shovels
Backhoes
Wheel Loaders
Crawler-Mounted Loaders
Scrapers
Bulldozers
Rail Haulage
Belt Conveyors
Hoisting
Selected Underground EquipmentGround Control/SupportSafety Factor
Rock Bolting
Pillars
Subsidence
Slope StabilityVentilation
Air Composition, Density, and Psychrometry
Gas Laws
Airflow
Fans
Natural Ventilating Pressure
Parallel Flow
Natural Splitting
Controlled Splitting
Mine Gases
Regulatory Requirements
Tubing
elocities for Mineral Dusts and Gases
Explosion-Resistant SealsPumpingCentrifugal Pumps
Calculating Dynamic Head
Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH)
Pump Characteristic Curves
Pumping Power Formulas
Flow Rate Formula and Other Facts
Affinity LawsPower: Electrical and Compressed Air
Electrical Power
Compressed AirMineral Processing
Crushing
Grinding
Classification
Screening
Sorting
Gravity Concentration
Flotation
Solid–Liquid Separations
Solvent Extraction (SX)
Heap Leaching
Carbon Plants
Bacterial Oxidation
Coal Cleaning
Dust Collection
Electrowinning (EW) and Electrorefining (ER)
Pyrometallurgy
Industrial Minerals
Gold Leaching
Vat Leaching
MiscellaneousSite Structures and Hydrology
Facility Layout
Earthworks
Liner Systems
Pipes
Hydrology and Hydraulics
nspection and MaintenancePlacer Mining
Placer Ore Bodies
Placer Evaluation
Placer Operations
Costs
GravelIn Situ Leaching
In Situ Leaching
In Situ Leaching of UraniumMaintenance and Inventory
Maintenance
Recordkeeping
InventoryEnvironment and Reclamation
Major Federal Laws
Citations and Regulations
Permits and Approvals
Air Quality
Water Quality
TreatmentHealth and Safety
Legislative History
Health and Safety Regulations
Mine Safety and Health Administration’s Mission
Statutory Functions
Organizational Structure
Enforcement
Technical Assistance
Testing Products Used in Mining
Mandatory Training
Historical Data on Mine Disasters in the United StatesBonding and Liabilities
Bonding (Financial Assurance)
LiabilitiesWeb Sites Related to Mining
Professional Societies, Institutes, Councils, Associations, Foundations,
Boards, and Commissions
Reference, Information, and Publications
Associations
Economics
Computing Applications
Machinery and Equipment Trading
Trade Unions
Government
International