New Advances in Mining Technology
Topic Information
Dear Colleagues,
The mining industry plays a vital role in the global economy. Today, more than 92% of the world's primary energy, 80% of industrial raw materials, and 70% of agricultural production means are derived from mineral resources. This Topic aims to highlight the current state of knowledge on the new advancements in mining technology, including case studies of specific mining projects and the development of new technologies and practices. This Topic will cover a range of topics related to mining technology including, but not limited to, new mining equipment, mining materials, and safety technologies, as well as social and economic impacts. By highlighting the development of new mining technologies and practices, this Topic hopes to contribute to a more sustainable and responsible mining industry.
Potential topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Automated and intelligent mining equipment;
- Mining technology of complex and difficult mining body;
- New low-cost mineral materials;
- New technology of mining safety management;
- Mining waste management and remediation;
- Social and economic impacts of mining industry;
- Sustainable mining practices and environmental regulations;
- Case studies of successful modern green mines.
Dr. Shuai Li
Prof. Dr. Xinmin Wang
Topic Editors
Keywords
- intelligent mining equipment
- new mining technology
- new mining materials, mining safety technology
- mining waste management
- sustainable mining practices
- modern green mines
